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Cold Steel: The Art of Fencing with the Sabre (Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor),Used
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A pioneer of modern fencing, Alfred Hutton was the first president of the Amateur Fencing Association and a father of modern research into the Western combat arts. In addition to his lectures about ancient weapons and his demonstrations of their use, Hutton created this 1889 classic, a continuing source of instruction and enlightenment to modern readers.The techniques associated with the sabre differ markedly from those of the pe and the rapier. This study offers both technical and historical views of the art of the sabre. It begins with a look at the weapon's construction and its grip, followed by explanations of a variety of different strokes and parries as well as methods of combining attack and defense. Additional topics include approaches suitable for lefthanded fencers, ceremonial aspects of the art, and contrasts between the sabre, the bayonet, and the French sword. Descriptions of associated weapons cover the great stick and the constable's truncheon, and the book concludes with considerations of the short swordbayonet, or dagger. Fiftyfive illustrations demonstrate how to hold the sabre, how to parry and guard, seizure, and numerous other aspects of the art of fencing with a sabre.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Cold Steel: The Art of Fencing with the Sabre'? A: The book focuses on the techniques and historical context of fencing with the sabre, covering construction, strokes, parries, and various methods of attack and defense.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Alfred Hutton, a pioneer in modern fencing and the first president of the Amateur Fencing Association.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Cold Steel: The Art of Fencing with the Sabre' contain? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in fencing? A: Yes, the book provides foundational techniques and insights that can benefit beginners as well as more advanced practitioners.
- Q: What historical aspects does the book cover? A: The book discusses the historical development of sabre fencing and includes comparisons to other weapons like the bayonet and rapier.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book, and what do they depict? A: Yes, the book includes fifty-five illustrations demonstrating various techniques such as holding the sabre, parrying, and guarding.
- Q: When was 'Cold Steel: The Art of Fencing with the Sabre' published? A: The book was published on June 23, 2006.
- Q: Does the book address left-handed fencing techniques? A: Yes, it includes sections that discuss approaches suitable for left-handed fencers.
- Q: What additional topics are covered in the book? A: In addition to fencing techniques, the book covers ceremonial aspects of the art and descriptions of associated weapons like the great stick and constable's truncheon.