TECHNIQUES OF MEDIEVAL ARMOUR REPRODUCTION

The 14th Century

by Brian R. Price

Through more than 1,000 detailed photos and clear textual instruction, Brian Price presents a working handbook for aspiring and active armourers who want to develop and sharpen their skills in the production of medieval armour in the style of the 14th century. The book is divided into four sections: • a sweeping history of armour and its production from its medieval roots to its modern revival • a practical introduction to all the tools and supplies necessary to equip a modern workshop • a thorough review of key techniques in the armourer’s arsenal • a series of actual courses in constructing armoured defenses for the head, body, arm, hand and leg. Taking the reader through the construction of an authentic medieval harness from conception to completion, Techniques of Medieval Armour Reproduction is a vital addition to the libraries of serious craftsmen, historians, collectors and researchers. 8 1/2 x 11, hardcover, photos, illus., 520 pp.

Price: $79.95 US

MEDIEVAL SWORDSMANSHIP

Illustrated Methods and Techniques

by John Clements

From the author of Renaissance Swordsmanship comes the most comprehensive and historically accurate view ever of the lost fighting arts of Medieval knights, warriors and men-at-arms. Based on years of extensive training and research in the use of European swords, it contains highly effective fighting techniques for the sword, sword & shield, long-sword, great-sword, pole-arm and more. And with more than 200 illustrations and rare historical documents, it is a scholarly reference as well as a hands-on training guide for martial artists of all levels. 8 1/2 x 11, softcover, illus., 344 pp.

Price: $40.00 US

RENAISSANCE SWORDSMANSHIP

The Illustrated Use of Rapiers and Cut-and-Thrust Swords

by John Clements

This is the most thorough work ever about historical swordsmanship. It is both a general reference and an instructional guide for advanced and beginning sword enthusiasts, students of military history and martial artists. Includes rare historical info and 100 original drawings. 8 1/2 x 11, softcover, illus., 152 pp.

Price: $25.00 US

MEDIEVAL COMBAT

A Fifteenth-Century Manual of Swordfighting and Close-Quarter Combat

by Hans Talhoffer; Translated by Mark Rector; Illustrations by John Clements

Now one of the most influential and lavishly drawn fencing manuals of the Middle Ages is available in English for the first time. Halhoffer’s professional fencing manual of 1467 reveals the intricacies of the medieval art of fighting, covering boththe “judicial duel” (an officially sanctioned fight to resolve a legal dispute) and personal combat. In illustrated detail, it provides careful instruction in footwork, avoidance and the ability to judge and manuipulate timing and distance to exploit and enhance the sword’s inherent cutting and thrusting capabilities. In addition, it covers the supplemental skills of grappling, kicking, throwing and disarming an opponent, plus the techniques of mounted combat and unarmoured fighting with the long sword, long knife, pole-axe, dagger, sword and buckler. 9 x 6, hardcover, 320 pp.

Price: $29.95 US