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Type of bind: Paperback
EAN num: 9781581604993
ISBN number: 1581604998
Label: Paladin Press
Manufacturer: Paladin Press
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 294
Printing Date: 2006-04
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The lessons of influential 15th-century fencing master Sigmund Ringeck are brought to life once again by David Lindholm and Peter Svärd, the duo behind Sigmund Ringeck’s Knightly Art of the Longsword. This lavishly illustrated companion to Longsword examines Ringeck’s instruction on fighting with the sword and buckler, fighting in armour with longsword and spear, and wrestling. These disciplines and more are fully explained both by Ringeck’s text (offered in the original old German as well as the authors’ English translation) and detailed captions for the step-by-step illustrations. The timeless works of Ringeck, who is best known for his interpretations of the teachings of grand master Johannes Liechtenauer, offer a rare opportunity to experience a firsthand account of this important period in the development of the Western martial arts. This book will be treasured by aficionados of the medieval arts of combat for generations to come. Foreword by John Clements.
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A very text book approach to sword play. Couple this with some excellent, though unrelated, videos on you tube and it is a great training reference.
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I give this book a 5 out of 5 because it is a well illustrated, well written comprehensive description of a martial tradition of Medieval Germany.
they even had the original descriptions by Sigmund Ringeck in german.
the only thing i wouldve like more is if it had more sword and buckler;
but i am content with this book
awesome read for any martial artist or re-enactor. or just for fun.
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I found this book is very useful for this student of fighting arts.
its very easy to understand and I learned new ways to to
apply my skills with weapons when fighting in armor
very well done
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The work gives a generally broad and encompassing overview of Western "Knights Arts of Combat". The work does not focus tremendously on the use of the Longsword in unarmored combat, so may not be best for those just beginning, but is a very valuable asset to any collection simply for the detail and knowledge within. The information is well presented and clearly explained.
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When we think of martial arts we too often focus on styles from Asia, but there is a highly developed and effective martial heritage originating in Europe. In Sigmund Ringeck's "Knightly Arts of Combat", David Lindholm and Peter Svard present a portion of our European Martial Arts heritage.
Knightly Arts of Combat offers instruction in:
> Sword and buckler fighting
> Wrestling, both while wearing armor, and while dressed in normal clothing
> Spear
> Sword against spear
> Openings on a man in armor
Knightly Arts of Combat includes the original German language text of Sigmund Ringeck as well as translation and extensive commentary by Lindholm and Svard.
While the techniques of sword and buckler, and the techniques of the spear are not particularly useful for defense in the modern world, these techniques do develop speed, strength and dexterity. The wrestling techniques taught in the Knightly Arts of Combat, however, are clearly applicable to self-defense on the streets of today's cities.
I enjoyed Knightly Arts of Combat both from its historical perspective, and because I was able to learn new techniques of combat and personal self-defense. Knightly Arts of Combat is highly recommended both to the student of European history and the student of martial arts.
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