Old Sword Play: Techniques of the Great Masters

by Alfred Hutton and John W. Hurley

Book Overview

Comprehensive, detailed instruction in the use of the two-hand sword, rapier and dagger, broadsword and buckler, rapier and cloak, and dagger and cloak, along with 59 illustrations, including diagrams and rare woodcuts, of classic fencing positions. Valuable information for scholars, sword-play enthusiasts, general readers and anyone interested in this age-old form of self-defense.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486419517
• ISBN13: 9780486419510
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.5" x 9.2"