Encyclopaedia of Archery

W.F. Paterson 

Interest : Sport, Archery, Hunting & Shooting, Field Sports, FITA,

This is the first complete and up-to- date reference book on archery. All traditional forms of the sport using the longbow and crossbow are covered, as well as contemporary techniques using the composite bow of modern materials. 

There are entries on the history and archaic terminology of this ancient sport, providing the background to its present status in Olympic, World and National Championships. 

The Encyclopaedia covers many different forms of competition including target, field, and clout shooting. The rules, records and personalities associated with these competitions are also listed. 

Comprehensive information on the materials and construction of equipment is given with the complete rules of both The Grand National Archery Society and the Fédération Internationale de Tir å l'Arc. 

Contents:

• Appendix 1 : Rules
• Fédération Internationale de Tir å l' Arc (FITA):
• Constitution and Rules 1981
• The Grand National Archery Society: Rules of Shooting 1981
• Appendix 2: Champions
• Champion Archers of Great Britain
• Champion Archers of the United States
• Commonwealth Games
• European Championships
• World Target Archery Champions
• World Field Champions
• Olympic Medal Winners
• Appendix 3: Equipment Suppliers (U. K.)
• Appendix 4: Equipment Suppliers (U.S.A.)
• Appendix 5; Association & Society Addresses
• Index of Bibliographical References