ISBN10: 1891448072, ISBN13: 9781891448072, [publisher: Chivalry Bookshelf] Hardcover The book is in very good condition, the jacket has minor shelf rubbing to the top and bottom with slightly more present on the edgewise top corners. The book itself appears in great condition, gently read by previous owner, text is clean and clear throughout. Jacket has been wrapped in brodart for preservation purposes. '[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. [T]his beautiful, lavishly photo-illustrated text, [contains] a full translation and interpretation of the so-called Ringeck Fechtbuch, a mid-15th century compendium of teachings in the Liechtenauer tradition. At once bold and martially efficient, these classic techniques of swordsmanship have proven their enduring allure.' xxi+384 pages. 8.75 x 11.25 inches. Illustrated. Photos available upon request. May require additional shipping. Size: 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall
[Burnaby, BC, Canada] [Publication Year: 2001]