The Wallace Collection in London consists of around 2,500 objects, including both European and Oriental arms and armor. This elegantly produced and abundantly illustrated volume presents selected pieces in full-page photos and descriptive text. An introductory essay precedes the presentation, which is organized chronologically from the middle ages through the 18th century and later. Readers who want to see more are directed to the Complete Digital Collection. The volume is distributed by Casemate. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)