Secrets of German Medieval Swordsmanship: Sigmund Ringeck's Commentaries on Liechtenauer - Hardcover

Ringeck, Sigmund; Tobler, Henry; Liechtenauer, Johann; Sachsische Landesbibliothek--Staats- Und Universitatsbibliothek Dresde

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1891448072 ISBN 13: 9781891448072

Publisher: Freelance Academy Pr, 2002

Synopsis

Medieval Fighting with the German MastersChristian Henry Tobler presents a beautifully interpreted study of fighting techniques recorded in the mnemonic verse of the legendary German swordmaster, Johannes Liechtenauer. Johannes Liechtenauer was a 14th century German fencing master born in the mid 1300s. Some of Liechtenauer's teachings were preserved in rhyming couplets, possibly done so to prevent the uninitiated from learning the techniques he presented. Christian presents his interpretation in a style that is readable, translating the original and then providing a practical interpretation of each technique. At once bold and martially efficient, these classic techniques of swordsmanship have proven their enduring allure. In this second reissue of a classic work, Chivalry Bookshelf offers students of martial arts, of martial culture during the middle ages, fencing historians, reenactors and students of medieval history.

About this title

About the Author:

Mr. Tobler has been a student of swordsmanship for more than twenty years. Since 1999 he has been a structural pillar within the historical swordsmanship community, championing the German system, especially in North America. His abilities are lauded worldwide, and he is an acknowledged expert on the German system of Johannes Liechtenauer.

Review:

"...*stupendous*...well made, beautifully photographed, clearly explained and in all ways *exceeds* expectations...the most important WMA work to date." -- Armour Archive, March 29, 2002

About this edition

• Publisher: Freelance Academy Pr
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1891448072
• ISBN 13: 9781891448072
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 416