Defending Your Castle: Build Catapults, Crossbows, Moats, Bulletproof Shields, and More Defensive Devices to Fend Off the Invading Hordes
$12.99
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Book Synopsis: A man’s home is his castle, or so the saying goes, but could it withstand an attack by Attila and the Huns, Ragnar and the Vikings, Alexander and the Greeks, Genghis Khan and the Mongols, or Tamerlane and the Tartars? Backyard Ballistics author William Gurstelle poses this fascinating question to modern-day garage warriors and shows them how to build an arsenal of ancient artillery and fortifications aimed at withstanding these invading hordes. Each chapter introduces a new bad actor in the history of warfare, details his conquests, and features weapons and fortifications to defend against him and his minions. Clear step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and photographs show how to build a dozen projects, including “Da Vinci’s Catapult,” “Carpini’s Crossbow,” a “Crusader-Proof Moat,” “Alexander’s Tortoise,” and the “Cheval-de-frise.” With a strong emphasis on safety, the book also gives tips on troubleshooting, explains the physics behind many of the projects, and shows where to buy the materials. By the time they’ve reached the last page, at-home defenders everywhere will have succeeded in creating a fully fortified home.
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Defend your castle like never before with the ultimate guide to ancient artillery and fortifications. In the book "Defending Your Castle: Build Catapults, Crossbows, Moats, Bulletproof Shields, and More Defensive Devices to Fend Off the Invading Hordes," author William Gurstelle takes you on a thrilling journey through history, teaching you how to build an arsenal capable of withstanding attacks from infamous conquerors like Attila, Ragnar, Alexander, Genghis Khan, and Tamerlane.
With clear step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, and helpful photographs, this book empowers modern-day garage warriors to recreate a variety of ancient weapons and defenses. From Da Vinci's Catapult and Carpini's Crossbow to a Crusader-Proof Moat and Alexander's Tortoise, you'll learn how to construct these projects and more, all aimed at keeping your castle impenetrable against invading hordes.
What sets this book apart is its strong emphasis on safety. We understand the importance of protecting not just your castle, but also yourself. The book provides essential tips on troubleshooting, ensuring that you can create these defensive devices without any mishaps along the way. Additionally, it explains the physics behind the projects, giving you a deeper understanding of their functionality.
Don't worry about finding the necessary materials either. "Defending Your Castle" provides information on where to buy everything you need to complete each project. We've made it easy for you to gather the materials required to fortify your home.
By the time you reach the last page of this captivating book, you'll have transformed your home into an impregnable fortress. Prepare yourself for any potential invasion and keep your loved ones safe. Begin your journey by clicking here to purchase your copy now!
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