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Sword Fighting
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Author : Keith Ducklin
language : en
Publisher: Applause Theatre & Cinema
Release Date : 2001
Sword Fighting written by Keith Ducklin and has been published by Applause Theatre & Cinema this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Performing Arts categories.
SWORD FIGHTING; A MANUAL FOR ACTORS AND DIRECTORS is a comprehensive new work on the art of creating realistic and exciting fight sequences for theatre, film and TV. This book is the product of thirty years research and experimentation into traditional European martial arts by acclaimed fight director John Waller and his associates, and possibly the most wide-ranging and practical book on stage combat ever published.
Sword Fighting
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Author : Herbert Schmidt
language : en
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Release Date : 2014
Sword Fighting written by Herbert Schmidt and has been published by Schiffer Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with History categories.
A comprehensive introduction to the subject of sword fighting: Herbert Schmidt explains the fundamentals of fighting with the long sword, the guards, cuts and Master Cuts, as well as advanced techniques and tactics for practical fighting. These also include wrestling at the sword. Typical combat sequences, equipment tips, cutting tests, training and free fighting, plus an extensive glossary round out this new standard work. Its modern approach and numerous photos make this book a valuable textbook and reference work. Herbert Schmidt is the leader of Ars Gladii, the Austrian swordfighting club, and is part of an international research community that is reconstructing historical European swordfighting and awakening it to new life. He is acknowledged as an expert far beyond the borders of Austria.
Sword Fighting Styles
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Author : Ethan Parker
language : en
Publisher: Publifye AS
Release Date : 2025-03-10
Sword Fighting Styles written by Ethan Parker and has been published by Publifye AS this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-10 with History categories.
Sword Fighting Styles explores the fascinating intersection of Japanese historical martial arts and their influence on fight choreography in manga. The book examines how real-world sword fighting styles, such as Kenjutsu and Kendo, have been adapted and stylized for dramatic effect in manga, bridging the gap between historical martial practices and modern visual storytelling. Readers will gain insight into the deeper connection between historical realities and fictional narratives, enhancing their appreciation of both historical combat and the creative process behind manga. The book delves into the cultural significance of swordsmanship in Japan, tracing its evolution from battlefield tactics to refined peacetime techniques during the Edo and Meiji periods. By analyzing historical texts, illustrations, and specific manga examples, the book reveals how artists draw inspiration from fundamental principles of sword fighting. It progresses by first introducing basic stances and cuts, then examining specific historical styles, and finally analyzing their transformation in manga fight scenes, highlighting both faithfulness and creative liberties.
Sharps
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Author : K. J. Parker
language : en
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
Release Date : 2012-07-17
Sharps written by K. J. Parker and has been published by Hachette+ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-17 with Fiction categories.
K.J. Parker's new stand-alone novel is a perfectly executed tale of intrigue and deception. For the first time in nearly forty years, an uneasy truce has been called between two neighbouring kingdoms. The war has been long and brutal, fought over the usual things: resources, land, money. . . Now, there is a chance for peace. Diplomatic talks have begun and with them, the games. Two teams of fencers represent their nations at this pivotal moment. When the future of the world lies balanced on the point of a rapier, one misstep could mean ruin for all. Human nature being what it is, does peace really have a chance?
Sword Fighting In The Star Wars Universe
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Author : Nick Jamilla
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2014-01-10
Sword Fighting In The Star Wars Universe written by Nick Jamilla and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-10 with Performing Arts categories.
Unlike most makers of modern or futuristic films, George Lucas turned away from the standard special operatives or secret agents when he created the heroes for his epic Star Wars saga. Part knight, part monk, the Jedi Knights were an order of swordsmen that helped rule the universe in accordance with law and lofty principles of justice and honor. Without the Jedi, there could be no Star Wars, and without the lightsaber sword, there could be no Jedi. This examination of the Jedi Knights, their adversaries the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout all six episodes of the franchise evaluates the ways in which Lucas blended science fiction with the most ancient and epic tales of traditional samurai and Western swordsmen. It presents swordsmanship as a way to better understand the Jedi Knights, focusing on the human movement and activity surrounding the weapon and the ways in which traditional Japanese martial arts were adapted for use in the films. Topics of discussion include the powerful effects of the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreography used in the lightsaber scenes of the Star Wars films; and the historical precedents for the Jedi order, including the Sohei fighting monks of Japan, the Janissaries and Mamelukes of Islam, and the knights of the Templar, Hospitaller and Teutonic orders.
Swordfighting For Writers Game Designers And Martial Artists
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Author : Dr. Guy Windsor
language : en
Publisher: The School of European Swordsmanship
Release Date : 2020-08-20
Swordfighting For Writers Game Designers And Martial Artists written by Dr. Guy Windsor and has been published by The School of European Swordsmanship this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-08-20 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
“Useful, helpful, absorbing, entertaining. Whether you are interested in weaponry or, like me, researching details for a novel, this is the book for you.” - Helen Hollick Your search for a book that will feed your passion for and deepen your knowledge of swordsmanship ends here. Guy Windsor’s Swordfighting offers insight into this magnificent historical European martial art: you will find answers to your burning questions about swordsmanship, its theory and practice. This carefully crafted book provides essential information on diverse topics with piercing clarity. “Whether you are a writer or game-maker seeking the kind of information I sought while writing The Baroque Cycle, or just a general reader with an interest in the arts to which Guy Windsor has dedicated his career, you should find much that is rewarding in these pages.” - Neal Stephenson, New York Times bestselling and multi-award-winning author Made up of a selection of Guy’s essays and articles, with a great deal of brand new material, this engaging and revealing book makes this complex subject accessible, enabling you to deep-dive into — - Benefits of training - Types of weapons - Sword fighting principles - Historical accuracy If you are an actor, writer or games designer creating or writing fight scenes, this book provides cutting-edge research on our European martial arts heritage. You will also discover the dos and don’ts of producing a stunningly realistic sword fight. Swordfighting is not a training manual. For technical instruction on specific swordsmanship styles, pick up The Medieval Longsword and The Duellist's Companion.
Traitor S Blade
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Author : Sebastien de Castell
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2014-02-10
Traitor S Blade written by Sebastien de Castell and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-10 with Fiction categories.
The Three Musketeers meets Joe Abercrombie via Mark Lawrence: 'Guaranteed to increase household swashbuckling by 100%,' says Library Journal The Greatcoats are travelling magistrates bringing justice to all . . . or at least they were, before they watched the Dukes impale their King's head on a spike. Now the land's heroes are reviled as traitors, their Greatcoats in tatters. Facio, Kest and Brasti have been reduced to working as mercenaries, but when they find their employer dead - and are forced to watch as the killer plants evidence framing them for the murder - they realise things are about to get even worse. For the royal conspiracy that began with overthrowing an idealistic young king is spreading to Rijou, the most corrupt city in the land, and the life of a young girl hangs in the balance. When every noble is a tyrant and every knight is a thug, the only thing you can really trust is a traitor's blade.
Complete Guide To Drawing Dynamic Manga Sword Fighters
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Author : Natsuo,
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2020-11-10
Complete Guide To Drawing Dynamic Manga Sword Fighters written by Natsuo, and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-10 with Art categories.
The legendary Samurai, and the sharp-edged katanas they mastered, are the point of this thrill-seeking guide to drawing swordfights, battle scenes and skirmishes. The Complete Guide to Drawing Dynamic Manga Sword Fighters provides a highly detailed series of lessons--ideal for digital artists--starting with the body, the fighter's stance and the various ways your characters can be twisted, torqued and turned into powerful poses. No detail is overlooked: from the grip on the weapon to the intense look on your character's face. Also included is an entire chapter devoted to the various razor-sharp weapons your characters can come armed with. This invaluable manga drawing guide then concludes with a gallery of full-color scenes, poses and anime stills showing important, aspirational details: captivating scenes, compelling characters and powerful weapons at the ready. With this book, intermediate artists of all ages can refine their style and add intensity, authenticity and drama to their stories. Enjoy as your characters slash, fence and fight their way through your own custom-designed action manga.
The Art Of Sword Fighting In Earnest
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Author : Dr. Guy Windsor
language : en
Publisher: Spada Press
Release Date : 2018-07-03
The Art Of Sword Fighting In Earnest written by Dr. Guy Windsor and has been published by Spada Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-03 with Sports & Recreation categories.
“Guy has the rare talent of making this material accessible” -Neal Stephenson (from his Foreword to Swordfighting) “Guy Windsor's greatest gift to WMA/HEMA is his marvellous ability to translate period language into a meaningful experience for modern WMA/HEMA practitioners and he has once more shown his ability to do exactly that.” - Adam (review of Veni Vadi Vici) NOTE: THIS EDITION DOES NOT INCLUDE A FACSIMILE OF THE MANUSCRIPT From the late fifteenth century comes a detailed manuscript on knightly combat, written by Philippo Vadi. Dedicated to one of the most famous Italian condottiere of the age, Guidobaldo, Duke of Urbino, this book covers the theory of combat with the longsword, as well as dozens of techniques of the sword, the spear, the pollax, and the dagger. The Art of Sword Fighting in Earnest includes a detailed introduction, setting Vadi and his combat style in their historical context, a complete translation of the manuscript, and a detailed commentary from the perspective of the practising martial artist. Please note it does not include a facsimile of the manuscript, but that may be downloaded from a link provided in the text. This volume is the second edition of Dr. Windsor’s earlier work, Veni Vadi Vici, updating the translation and the introduction. This is essential reading for any practitioner of knightly combat, academic historian, or enthusiast for the quattrocento period of Italian history.
Negotiating Shakespeare S Language In Romeo And Juliet
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Author : Lynette Hunter
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-09-17
Negotiating Shakespeare S Language In Romeo And Juliet written by Lynette Hunter and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-17 with Literary Criticism categories.
Through exciting and unconventional approaches, including critical/historical, printing/publishing and performance studies, this study mines Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet to produce new insights into the early modern family, the individual, and society in the context of early modern capitalism. Inspired by recent work in cultural materialism and the material book, it also foregrounds the ways in which the contexts and the text itself become available to the reader today. The opening material on critical/historical approaches focuses on the way that readers have frequently read and played the text to explore issues that cluster around the family, marriage, gender and sexuality. Chapter two, on the ways that actors today inhabit character and create behaviour, provides intertextual comment on acting in the early modern period, and the connections between acting and social behaviour that inform self-image and the performance of identity both then and now. The third chapter on printing/publishing approaches to the text offers a detective story about the differences between Quarto One and Quarto Two, that focuses on the curious appearance in Quarto Two of material related to the law at word, phrase, line and scene level. The next three chapters integrate a close study of the language of the play to negotiate its potential significance for the present in the areas of: Family, Marriage, Gender and Sexuality; Identity, Individualism and Humanism; and the Law, Religion and Medicine. Among the startling aspects of this book are that it: - takes the part of Juliet far more seriously than other criticism has tended to do, attributing to her agency and aspects of character that develop the part suddenly from girl to woman; - recognizes the way the play explores early modern identity, becoming a handbook for individualism and humanism in the private domestic setting of early capitalism; and - brings to light the least recognized element in the play at the moment, its demonstration of the emerging structures of state power, governance by law, the introduction of surveillance, detection and witness, and the formation of what we now call the 'subject'. The volume includes on DVD a scholarly edition with commentary of the text of Romeo & Juliet, which re-instates many of the original early modern versions of the play.