The Medieval Longsword: A Training Manual

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Ever wonder how good you’d be with a sword?
This book is for you.

Do love movie sword fights?
Learn how real sword fights work.

Are you into stage combat?
Add depth with historically accurate technique.

You’re a bad uncle looking for a present for your niece?
Get her this book, though her parents might hate you.

Or do you just like swords?
If you’ve ever wanted to turn your sword dreams into reality, then this book is for you.

Anyone can learn the medieval Art of the longsword. This book will give you a thorough grounding in the techniques and tactics from the 600-year-old manuscript Il Fior di Battaglia, and includes free access to additional resources such as videos and full-sized images, to help you translate the movements from page to real life. Sure, it’s a 600-year old manuscript, but you know what? People who studied this manuscript lived. Why not stick with something that works?

The Medieval Longsword covers everything you need to know from tools of the trade, to footwork, strikes and defences, to how to exploit your adversary’s mistakes, and how to disarm your opponent. This complete and approachable guide to the Art of Arms provides a gateway to a world-wide community of likeminded people also practicing this historical martial art.

Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a competent fencer, this book by author and internationally renowned swordsman Guy Windsor will guide you towards mastery of this ancient Art.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B092P6X1L9
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 18, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 242 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8740102795
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.55 x 9 inches
Book 2 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Mastering the Art of Arms
Best Sellers Rank: #306,470 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #35 in Fencing (Books) #540 in Martial Arts (Books) #2,772 in Exercise & Fitness (Books)
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