The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. Rich in titles on English life and social history, this collection spans the world as it was known to eighteenth-century historians and explorers. Titles include a wealth of travel accounts and diaries, histories of nations from throughout the world, and maps and charts of a world that was still being discovered. Students of the War of American Independence will find fascinating accounts from the British side of conflict. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library T143107 Edited by H. C. W. Angelo. With an index. Plates dated 1783. London, 1787. viii,105,[9]p.,47 plates ; obl.8°

The School of Fencing with a General Explanation of the Principal Attitudes and Positions Peculiar to the Art. by Mr. Angelo.

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Angelo, Domenico

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The School of Fencing [Tr. from the Fr. Ed. by H.C.W. Angelo].

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The School of Fencing

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Domenico Angelo also known as Angelo Domenico Malevolti Tremamondo was an Italian sword and fencing master. The son of a merchant, he was the founder of the Angelo Family of fencers. He has been praised as the first to emphasize fencing as a means of developing health, poise, and grace. As a result of his insight and influence, fencing changed from an art of war to a sport. 
Aaron A. Warford published multiple "How-To" books in the 1800's including: "How to Break, Ride and Drive a Horse", "How to Stuff Birds and Animals", and many others.\nOriginally published in England in 1763, The School of Fencing (L'École des armes), was, and still is, seen as the most comprehensive book published on the art of Fencing. This definite text covers all aspects of fencing; Postures, Guards, Parades, etc. Whether you are a fencing novice or enthusiast, you will gain significant knowledge from this book. Of interest to historians, classical fencers, sport fencers looking for their roots, and other martial artists interested in expanding their repertoire.\nAlong with the original text this edition features 47 digitally restored versions of the original plates that were published in 1763.\nAlso included are two additional appendixes that would be of interest to fencing enthusiasts. 
1. Chart of the development of the straight sword throughout history. 
2. How to Fence: A straightforward and practical instructional guide to the art of fencing. Along with 20 illustrations this book covers the basic elements of fencing and the use of the broadsword.

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