The Art of Fencing; Or, The Use of the Small Sword (eBook)

Enriched edition. Unlocking the Secrets of Blade Mastery and French Fencing Style

maître d'armes Labat (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
575 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766461649-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Art of Fencing; Or, The Use of the Small Sword," Maître d'armes Labat intricately dissects the nuanced techniques of small sword fencing, providing readers with a comprehensive guide steeped in the traditions of 18th-century martial arts. The book not only elucidates specific stances and movements but also contextualizes the art of fencing within the broader cultural practices of dueling and honor in France. Labat employs a didactic and systematic literary style, making complex techniques accessible to both novice and experienced fencers, while meticulously preserving the rich lexicon of fencing terminology that marks his era. Labat, a prominent fencing master of the time, was deeply influenced by the swordsmanship traditions that shaped the social fabric of his contemporaries. His diverse background likely encompassed extensive training and competition, enabling him to distill his practical knowledge into this seminal work. Labat's insights reflect the evolving nature of fencing as not only a physical discipline but also a symbolic gesture of nobility and societal status during the Age of Enlightenment. This book is an invaluable resource for both practitioners and enthusiasts of martial arts, providing historical context alongside practical instruction. Labat's systematic approach and passion for the art ensure that readers will gain both technical proficiency and a profound appreciation of the small sword's role in the cultural tapestry of his time.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.11.2019
• Einführung: Cassidy Whitfield
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Cassidy Whitfield
• Übersetzer: Andrew Mahon
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Sport ► Kampfsport / Selbstverteidigung
• Schlagworte: 18th century france • art of dueling • blade mastery • Combat Sports • European fencing tradition • Fencing • fencing practice manual • fencing strategies guide • fencing techniques • French fencing style • historical combat manuals • historical combat skills • Martial arts education • martial arts history • Master swordsman insights • Military science General • precision in fencing • Small sword techniques • sword fighting skills • swords • swordsmanship mastery • swordsmanship techniques • weapon training