McBane, Donald
The Expert Sword-Man's Companion: Or the True Art of Self-Defence. with an Account of the Authors Life, and His Transactions During the Wars with France.: To Which Is Annexed, the Art of Gunnerie
- ISBN 13:
- 9781542618328
- author:
- McBane, Donald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.17 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Expert Sword-Man's Companion: Or the True Art of SELF-DEFENCE. with an ACCOUNT of the Authors LIFE, and His Transactions During the Wars with France This 18th-century treatise on swordsmanship is a unique and eclectic guide to the use of various arms, including swords, axes, and daggers. Written by Donald McBane, a Scottish Highlander and accomplished duelist, the book covers a wide range of combat techniques and strategies. In addition to its practical advice on sword fighting, the book also includes a memoir of McBane's adventurous life, which has been verified through diligent research. This new edition presents the book in its entirety, with meticulously restored illustrations, providing a fascinating insight into the life and times of a legendary swordsman.
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