Art of Longsword Fighting: Teaching the Foundations of Sigmund Ringeck's Style

Historical European Martial Arts has become a major international movement, but many clubs lack experienced researchers, practitioners, and teachers. Ben Smith's book, "The Art of Longsword Fighting," offers an interpretation of the foundational sections of the longsword taught by Sigmund Ringeck, based on his twenty years of research and teaching methods. It provides a clear and transparent interpretation of the style, with photographs, diagrams, and explanations that help martial artists and researchers understand and apply it effectively.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 248 pages
\n Publication date: 09 September 2021
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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Over the past two decades, historical European martial arts have experienced a remarkable international surge, witnessing the emergence of numerous clubs and schools across diverse continents. This movement, while still relatively young, lacks experienced individuals who possess expertise in researching, practicing, and teaching long-forgotten martial arts. In his book "The Art of Longsword Fighting," Ben Smith delves into the foundational aspects of the longsword fighting taught by Sigmund Ringeck, a renowned master of the Liechtenauer tradition. Drawing upon his extensive twenty-year research into historical teaching methods, the evidence found within Ringeck's texts, and the writings of his contemporaries both within and outside his tradition, Smith offers his unique interpretation of the art. He presents his teaching methodology, rooted in his deep understanding of historical practices, as well as the insights gained from analyzing Ringeck's writings and the perspectives of his contemporaries. Furthermore, Smith elucidates the concepts essential for comprehending the structure and form of martial art styles, the process of physical research, the outcomes of his investigations into the training methods of this particular style, and presents the most transparent published interpretation to date of the foundational section of Ringeck's longsword style. Accompanied by a wealth of photographs depicting each movement, along with explanatory diagrams, and detailed explanations guiding the curriculum's progression, this book serves as a valuable resource for martial artists and Renaissance era researchers alike. By offering a comprehensive understanding of this martial arts style, empowering the effective utilization of current historical research, and providing invaluable insights, "The Art of Longsword Fighting" emerges as a cornerstone for those seeking to delve deeper into the world of historical European martial arts.

\n Weight: 812g\n
Dimension: 254 x 179 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526768988\n \n