The Complete Renaissance Swordsman: A Guide to the Use of All

The Complete Renaissance Swordsman: A Guide to the Use of All Manner of Weapons: Antonio Manciolino's Opera Nova (1531)
- Translated into English by Tom Leoni
- Modern photographs
- Extensive Technical Introduction
- Illustrations from original sources
Dating from the 1520's, Bolognese swordsmaster's Antonio Manciolino's Opera Nova is the earliest surviving printed book on Italian martial arts. This seminal and eclectic Renaissance work contains clear and systematic instruction on the use of the sword and small buckler, sword and large buckler, sword and targa, sword and dagger, sword and cape, two swords, sword alone, and sword and rotella, plus a fascinating compendium on the use of polearms. Clearly and elegantly written, Manciolino's text is one of the best and clearest presentations of the martial skills required of the ideal Renaissance man. For the first time since its original publishing, this book has been translated into English by experienced historical fencing instructor Tom Leoni. Also included is a valuable and extensive technical introduction, complete with illustrations from both original sources and modern photographs, making it easy to follow Manciolino's instructions, sword-in-hand, even by beginners, while providing years of training for veteran martial artists.
Country USA
Brand Freelance Academy Press
Manufacturer Freelance Academy Pr
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0982591136
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780982591130
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Freelance Academy Press
Manufacturer	Freelance Academy Pr
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	0982591136
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780982591130
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Complete Renaissance Swordsman: A Guide to the Use of All Manner of Weapons: Antonio Manciolino's Opera Nova (1531)

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