Warrior! True Stories of Combat, Skill and Courage

Generations of thrill-seekers have been fascinated by tales of great warriors in combat. They have been the heroes of fantasies, games, and dreams for centuries. Now, for the first time, young readers can discover the real facts about some of these remarkable, striking, and flamboyant characters.Some of the greatest warriors the world has ever seen are brought to life with dramatic real stories – from gladiators and medieval knights to vivid accounts of Japanese samurai and the modern day Desert Storm Special Forces. Readers will also travel forward in time to explore the robot and android soldiers of the not-too-distant future.Complete with stunning black-and-white illustrations, gripping fact-files on weaponry through history, battle tactics, and rules of engagement, Warriors! will thrill and inspire even the most reluctant readers.