Knightly Weaponry Play

<p>First published under the title <em>Ritterliche Waffenspiele</em> in interwar Germany <em>Knightly Weaponry Play</em> is a youth-accessible instructional manual for the basic wielding of longswords single sticks bow and arrows and crossbows. Written by patriotic forester naturalist and scouting leader Herr-Doktor Wilhelm Fabricius this book was intended to inspire activity and strength in young boys participating in environmental-survival fellowships.</p><p><br></p><p>Illustrated and described within are swordplay techniques that clearly interpret moves of the <em>Kunst des Fechtens</em> - the art of fencing - as illustrated centuries earlier by venerable <em>Fechtmeisters </em>circa 1450-1600. Highly popular when it was originally released this book was used as a play and practice aid by interwar German brotherhoods such as the <em>Adler und Falken</em> <em>Deutsches Jungvolk</em> and <em>Pfadfinders</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>Antelope Hill is proud to present Herr-Doktor Wihelm Fabricius's <em>Knightly Weaponry Play</em> translated into English for the first time ever by Jeffrey Hull. This unique work is sure to develop martial prowess in a new generation of young men as well as historical curiosity in a wholesome and fun way!</p>