Title: The Beginner's Guide to the Longsword Author: Steaphen Fick Publisher: Black Belt Communications, May 1, 2009 The basic movements and concepts of the European long sword are strategically covered in this comprehensive guide. Detailed photo sequences and illustrations that clearly depict stance and movements pair with engaging prose that perspicuously explicates the origins of long sword tactics. This complete look into the basics of long sword fighting is designed for sword fighting fans as well as long time practitioners and features instruction on balance, maintaining guard, proper grip, cuts, wards, stance, tempo, footwork, parries, and basic offense and defense. |
Price: $12.71 USD (not including shipping & handling) Availability: 1 - 2 weeks delivery Paperback - 175 pages with B&W photographs |
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Title: English Martial Arts Author: Terry Brown Publisher: Anglo-Saxon Books, December 1997 A fascinating visual book, structured in two parts, the first part Brown investigates the history and development of the English fighting system and looks at some of the attitudes, beliefs and social factors that influenced its development. A unique perspective supported with tales of skill and courage bring to life the people who played a part in the development of English martial arts. |
Price: $39.95 USD (not including shipping & handling) Availability: 2 - 6 weeks delivery Price: $52.45 CAD (plus GST - Canadian purchases only) Availability: 3 - 5 days delivery Hardcover - 240 pages, 7 1/2"x10", 220 photos |