The Tournament: Its Periods And Phases

The Tournament: Its Periods and Phases is a comprehensive book written by R. Coltman Clephan that explores the history of tournaments from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance period. The book covers the different phases of tournaments, from the early jousts to the more elaborate and theatrical events that took place in the later years.The author provides a detailed account of the evolution of tournaments, including the various rules, customs, and traditions that were associated with them. He also discusses the different types of tournaments that were held during this time, such as the joust, the melee, and the pas d'armes.The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and stories about some of the most famous tournaments in history, including the Field of the Cloth of Gold and the Tournament of the Black Knight. Clephan also provides insights into the social and cultural significance of tournaments, and how they were used as a means of displaying wealth, power, and prestige.Overall, The Tournament: Its Periods and Phases is an informative and engaging book that provides a unique perspective on the history of tournaments. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, chivalry, and the art of combat.Jousting, Body Armor, Tilt, And Tournament.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.