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By The Sword: A History Of Gladiators, Musketeers, Samurai, Swashbucklers, And Olympic Champions
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Napoleon Fenced. So Did Shakespeare, Karl Marx, Grace Kelly, And President Truman, Who Would Cross Swords With Bess After School. Lincoln Was A Canny Dueler. Ignatius Loyola Challenged A Man To A Duel For Denying Christs Divinity (And Won). Less Successful, But No Less Enthusiastic, Was Mussolini, Who Would Tell His Wife He Was Off To Get Spaghetti, Their Code To Avoid Alarming The Children.By The Sword Is An Epic History Of Sword Fightinga Science, An Art And, For Many, A Religion That Began At The Dawn Of Civilization In Ancient Egypt And Has Been An Obsession For Mankind Ever Since. With Wit And Insight, Richard Cohen Gives Us An Engrossing Alternative History Of The World.Sword Fighting Was An Entertainment In Ancient Rome, A Sacred Rite In Medieval Japan, And Throughout The Ages A Favorite Way To Settle Scores. For Centuries, Dueling Was The Scourge Of Europe, Banned By Popes On Threat Of Excommunication, And By Kings Who Then Couldnt Keep Themselves From Granting Pardonsin The Case Of Louis Xiv, In The Thousands. Evidence Of This Passion Is All Around Us: We Shake Hands To Show That We Are Not Reaching For Our Sword. A Gentleman Offers A Lady His Right Arm Because His Sword Was Once Attached To His Left Hip. Men Button Their Jackets To The Right To Give Them Swifter Access To Their Sword.In His Sweeping Narrative, Cohen Takes Us From The Training Of Gladiators To The Tricks Of The Best Renaissance Masters, From The Exploits Of Musketeers To Swashbuckling Hollywood By Way Of The Great Moments In Olympic Fencing. A Young George Patton Competed In The 1912 Olympics. In 1936, A Jewish Champion Fenced For Hitler. Errol Flynn And Basil Rathbone Were Ardent Swordsmen. We Meet Their Coaches And The Man Who Staged The Fight Scenes In Star Wars, The Lord Of The Rings, And James Bonds Die Another Day.Richard Cohen Has The Rare Distinction Of Being Both A Compelling Writer And A Champion Sabreur. He Lets Us See Swordplay As Graceful And Brutal, Balletic And Deadly, Technically Beautiful And Fiercely Competitivethe Most Romantic Of Martial Arts. By The Sword Is A Virtuoso Performance That Is Sure To Beguile History Lovers, Sports Fans, Military Buffs, And Anyone Who Ever Dreamed Of Crossing Swords With Darth Vader.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'By the Sword'? A: 'By the Sword' explores the history of sword fighting across various cultures and time periods, including gladiators, musketeers, samurai, and Olympic champions.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Richard Cohen, who is both a compelling writer and a champion sabreur.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: The book provides an engaging narrative that combines historical facts with anecdotes about famous figures who practiced sword fighting, making it both informative and entertaining.
- Q: How many pages does 'By the Sword' have? A: 'By the Sword' contains 519 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'By the Sword' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'By the Sword' published? A: 'By the Sword' was published on November 5, 2002.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'By the Sword' is in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Is 'By the Sword' a suitable read for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is particularly appealing to history lovers due to its rich narrative and detailed account of sword fighting throughout history.
- Q: Does the book cover sword fighting techniques? A: Yes, the book discusses various sword fighting techniques and the training involved for different historical figures.
- Q: Can I expect to learn about famous duelists in history from this book? A: Absolutely, the book features stories about notable duelists, including their motivations and the cultural significance of their duels.