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Main => The Library => Topic started by: Sir Jason Simonds on 2014-06-03, 22:54:46
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There are a lot of books posted here over many time periods and it is hard to go through them all. So I am starting a topic on just 14th Century books.
What would you consider to be some of the best reference books in regards to Clothing and Armor of the 14th century?
Thank you.
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There aren't many books that specifically target the 14th century, but there are many that include the 14th century. Here are the main references I use. The bottom few do focus on the 14th century. These are the main ones I use off the top of my head. They are mostly England-centric since that's my focus.
From the Museum of London Series
Shoes and Pattens (http://www.amazon.com/Shoes-Pattens-Medieval-Excavations-London/dp/1843832380/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1401838097&sr=8-3&keywords=shoes+and+patterns)
Dress Accessories (http://www.amazon.com/Dress-Accessories-Medieval-Excavations-London/dp/1843833514/ref=pd_bxgy_b_text_y)
Textiles and Clothing (http://www.amazon.com/Textiles-Clothing-c-1150-1450-Medieval-Excavations/dp/1843832399/ref=pd_sim_b_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KWX0WM6CT3TX24W3FF9)
Knives and Scabbards (http://www.amazon.com/Knives-Scabbards-Medieval-Excavations-London/dp/1843833530/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838194&sr=1-1&keywords=knives+and+scabbards)
From Olaf Goubitz
Stepping Through Time (http://www.amazon.com/Stepping-Through-Time-Archaeological-Prehistoric/dp/9089320024) - An excellent resource on shoes
Purses in Pieces (http://www.amazon.com/Purses-Pieces-Archaeological-Medieval-Netherlands/dp/9089320148/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838265&sr=1-1&keywords=purses+in+pieces) - Purses, pouches etc...
Others:
Fashion in the Age of the Black Prince (http://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Black-Prince-Stella-Newton/dp/085115767X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838307&sr=1-1&keywords=age+of+the+black+prince)
Medieval Tailor's Assistant (http://www.amazon.com/Medieval-Tailors-Assistant-Garments-1200-1500/dp/0896762394/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838343&sr=1-1&keywords=medieval+tailor%27s+assistant) - excellent resource on patterning and creating your own garments
For a glimpse in to 14th century daily life as well as material culture these are 3 outstanding resources:
Daily Life in Chaucer's England (http://www.amazon.com/Chaucers-England-Greenwood-Through-History/dp/0313359512/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838415&sr=1-2&keywords=daily+life+in+chaucer%27s+england)
Time Traveler's Guide to Medieval England (http://www.amazon.com/Time-Travelers-Guide-Medieval-England/dp/1439112908/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1401838443&sr=1-1&keywords=time+travelers+guide+to+medieval+england)
and of course, the book that started it all for me:
The Peel Affinity (http://www.freelanceacademypress.com/peelaffinity.aspx)
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http://www.amazon.com/English-Medieval-Knight-1300-1400-Warrior/dp/1841761451/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1401846217&sr=8-2&keywords=english+medieval+knight (http://www.amazon.com/English-Medieval-Knight-1300-1400-Warrior/dp/1841761451/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1401846217&sr=8-2&keywords=english+medieval+knight)
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I just bought a copy of The Peel Affinity from Robert von Rens at an SCA event and so far I am loving it! Definitely recommend it!
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I provided a review of The Peel Affinity (http://www.myarmoury.com/books/reviews.php?mode=item&ASIN=0980072603) on myArmoury some time ago. I love this book. Not only is it pure eye candy, but the bibliography is outstanding! :)
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I would also like to recommend Steve Mulbherger's books on 14th Century military history such as "The Combat of the Thirty," "Charney's Men a Arms," "The Twelve of England," and "Deeds of Arms" which are available at Freelance Academy Press. I would also add Bob Charrete's book on Fiore.