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Watch brutal dueling transform into an elegant Olympic sport in this thrilling history. Journey from muddy killing fields to brightly lit modern pistes, turning your daily commute into an immersive exploration of armed combat. Hear how early societies trained with blades, fearing and admiring the warriors who wielded them to survive.Perfect for focused listening during a workout, this narrative captures the intense physical and psychological evolution of martial arts. Experience th...

Fencing theory is the intellectual, abstract structure that fencers use to describe, define, and explain their art. In this book, professional swordsmanship instructor and author Guy Windsor introduces you to the uses of fencing theory, and explains in detail all the major concepts. You can then use this theory to better analyse and understand whatever swordsmanship style you practice.The main areas covered here are:Doctrine: the idea behind the art. What is the best ...

This book provides a detailed examination of fencing tactics, focusing on the core principles of bout control and strategic execution. Readers will explore the fundamentals of fencing strategy, including active distance management, controlling the tempo of the bout, and utilizing changes in rhythm to disrupt an opponent's actions.The text addresses how to establish and maintain the right of way. It covers establishing priority through blade actions and footwork, presents variations ...

Experience the thrilling sports history of how lethal civilian duels transformed into a disciplined Olympic martial art. Perfect for an energetic commute, this action-packed narrative transports you from ancient battlefields to the elegant courts of medieval knights. Immerse yourself in a captivating evolutionary tale of honor, justice, and survival.Whether you are fueling your gym workout or seeking focused learning on the go, this immersive exploration brings the clash of steel t...

Learn the highly technical sport of fencing, in nine challenging and fun steps! Fencing: Steps to Success covers all of the essential skills of the epee and foil forms of the sport. The book is a perfect how-to guide for beginning and developing fencers, and a valuable reference for instructors.Author Elaine Cheris shares the expertise that has made her one of the most prolific fencers and fencing instructors in the United States. In each progressive step, she explains the...

In 1599, during the period when the Portuguese crown was united to the crowns of Castile and Aragon, a Portuguese master-at-arms called Domingo Luis Godinho wrote a manuscript in Spanish entitled Arte de Esgrima (The Art of Fencing). Although Godinho's live is largely a mystery and his text was never published, today his manuscript of utmost relevance in the study of Renaissance Iberian fencing, since it is the only complete treatise discovered so far describing the 'Common' or 'Vulgar' st...

"A taut, elegant mystery" set against the historical backdrop of nineteenth-century Madrid ( St. Louis Post-Dispatch).It is 1868; Spain teeters on the brink of revolution. Jaime Astarloa is a master fencer of the old school, priding himself on the precision, dignity, and honor of his ancient art. His friends spend their days in cafes discussing plots at court, but Jaime's obsession is to perfect the irresistible sword thrust.Then Adela de Otero, vio...

First published in 1892, "Foil and Sabre" is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to fencing. It aims to provide the student with a complete course of instruction in the contemporary European fencing style, and does so plainly and with the aid of simple illustrations. This volume is perfect for beginners and experienced fencers alike, and it is not to be missed by collectors of vintage fencing literature. Contents include: "Historical Outline of Fencing in France", "The School at Joinville-...

Offences and penalties taken from the FIE technical rules and presented as a comic

Tess Grady doesn’t do playboy cowboys and as far as she’s concerned that’s exactly what Gage McBride is. Tess wants steady, stable, and secure in a man and Gage seems to be the farthest thing from that.Gage has been waiting for the right woman, and he’s sure Tess is the one. He’s not the “cowboy with a woman in every town” that Tess believes he is and he intends to prove it to her.Tess starts to fall for the sexy cowboy when things go desperately wrong. Harvey Norton, a man...

The saber was the weapon of the soldiers and dueling heroes here in the Carpathian Basin for more than a thousand years. During this time it became more than a simple tool of fighting. It became a loyal companion and a symbol of valor of the wielder. This weapon and the valiant spirit of its wielders became known in Western Europe and North American via Hungarians. At the time of our settlement Western Europe feared the sight of the saber, it became a worthy opponent of the Turkish and lat...

This guide, “How to Fence” will allow anyone the knowledge they need to know to begin a new hobby in fencing. Including pictures of samples such as footwork, weapons and strategies this guide could help the beginning fencer with techniques and more. This guide can also give the person who would love to try a new hobby a glimpse into the benefits of a sport that will offer excellent cardiovascular workouts. Pictures of various weapons and parts of weapons will give the beginner an idea of t...