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Gaya's Traite Des Armes, 1678 (1911)

by Charles Ffoulkes , Viscount Dillon
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781168420589
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 252
  • Original Price: USD 28.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 341 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): General

Gaya's Traite Des Armes, 1678 (1911) is a book written by Charles Ffoulkes. The book is a translation of a French treatise on arms, written by a 17th-century French fencing master named Gaya. The original treatise was published in 1678 and was a comprehensive guide to the use of various weapons in swordsmanship, including the rapier, the small sword, and the broadsword. Ffoulkes' translation of Gaya's treatise provides a detailed insight into the techniques and strategies used in fencing during the 17th century. The book is divided into several sections, each dealing with a different weapon and its usage. The first section covers the rapier, which was a popular weapon among European fencers during the 17th century. The book also covers the use of the small sword, which was a lighter and more agile weapon than the rapier. The small sword was commonly used in duels and was considered to be a more elegant weapon than the rapier. In addition to these weapons, the book also covers the use of the broadsword, which was a heavier weapon used in military combat. The book provides detailed instructions on how to use each of these weapons effectively, including footwork, parrying, and attacking techniques. Overall, Gaya's Traite Des Armes, 1678 (1911) is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of fencing or the use of weapons in combat. Ffoulkes' translation provides a valuable insight into the techniques and strategies used by 17th-century fencers, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of swordsmanship.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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