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This book gives a complete overview of the hobby of 'wargaming with miniatures, especially suitable for the newcomer but also containing sufficient depth and breadth of information to attract the more experienced gamer. Packed with colour photographs, maps and diagrams the book is a visual treat, but one built on the solid foundations of a highly literate and engaging text that does not 'dumb down' the hobby. Every aspect is explained clearly and in a way that both informs and entertains, with plenty of personality, gentle humour and a lightness of touch. The contents will include a brief history of the development of wargaming and advice on such subjects as: choosing a period, from ancients to sci-fi; the question of scale (not only of miniatures, but the size of game from the smallest skirmishes to epic battles), terrain, buying and painting miniatures, creating scenarios for wargames, running a campaign, solo wargaming and so on. It will also include simple rules for gladiator combat and Wild West skirmishes as well as a Comprehensive rules system for the horse and musket era . AUTHOR: Henry Hyde is the well-known and respected Editor of Miniature Wargames with Battlegames. Launched in 2006 and published in English, it currently sells to subscribers in more than 20 countries worldwide. His Battlegames Blog and regular podcast appearances are enjoyed by large audiences and the ongoing Battlegames Combat Stress Appeal on behalf of the charity for ex-services sufferers of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has received widespread support, raising thousands of pounds. Henry has been passionate about military history and wargaming for as long as he can remember, and has a degree in European Studies (History) with German, which included dissertations on military subjects. He lives and works in Hove, East Sussex. b/w and colour photographs throughout

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graphic arts extravaganza is enhanced by lively and engaging text that clearly explains things with a feel for flair and a good sense of humor. ..ranks as a great addition to the pastime's lore...comprehensive and entertaining...highly recommended to both more experienced tabletop generals and beginners. --Toy Solder & Model Figure I highly recommend this 519-page book to ANYONE interested in miniature wargaming. The title of The Wargaming Compendium is at least an understatement as this one volume gives the prospective gamer an insight to the beginning of this hobby that will only grow stronger with time. Also, grab this fascinating book while you can, as Wargaming Books, such as this, will sell out quickly and become a collectors editions before you know it. Get it while it's HOT. --Mataka.org as complete a guide to the hobby of wargaming as you can currently get. If you have a friend or relative who wants to get into this hobby or has only just got into it then buy them this book for Christmas, their birthday or Easter... like having a seasoned wargamer at your elbow guiding you along the way....if you are like me a wargamer of some decades of experience then buy this book. It will remind you why you got into the hobby in the first place, bring back some very vivid memories of the early days and make you look at the hobby afresh. .... yes I really, really like this book and make no apologies for laying it on with a trowel! Don't waste anymore time and get this book into your life now! --The Wargamer

"""as complete a guide to the hobby of wargaming as you can currently get. If you have a friend or relative who wants to get into this hobby or has only just got into it then buy them this book for Christmas, their birthday or Easter... like having a seasoned wargamer at your elbow guiding you along the way....if you are like me a wargamer of some decades of experience then buy this book. It will remind you why you got into the hobby in the first place, bring back some very vivid memories of ""the early days"" and make you look at the hobby afresh. .... yes I really, really like this book and make no apologies for laying it on with a trowel! Don't waste anymore time and get this book into your life now!""-- ""The Wargamer"" ""graphic arts extravaganza is enhanced by lively and engaging text that clearly explains things with a feel for flair and a good sense of humor. ..ranks as a great addition to the pastime's lore...comprehensive and entertaining...highly recommended to both more experienced tabletop generals and beginners.""-- ""Toy Solder & Model Figure"" ""I highly recommend this 519-page book to ANYONE interested in miniature wargaming. The title of The Wargaming Compendium is at least an understatement as this one volume gives the prospective gamer an insight to the beginning of this hobby that will only grow stronger with time. Also, grab this fascinating book while you can, as Wargaming Books, such as this, will sell out quickly and become a collectors editions before you know it. Get it while it's HOT.""-- ""Mataka.org"""

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Henry Hyde is the well-known and respected Editor of Miniature Wargames with Battlegames. Launched in 2006 and published in English, it currently sells to subscribers in more than 20 countries worldwide. His Battlegames Blog and regular podcast appearances are enjoyed by large audiences and the ongoing Battlegames Combat Stress Appeal on behalf of the charity for ex-services sufferers of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has received widespread support, raising thousands of pounds. Henry has been passionate about military history and wargaming for as long as he can remember, and has a degree in European Studies (History) with German, which included dissertations on military subjects. He lives and works in Hove, East Sussex.

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