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Debunking the sport’s rumored reputation of being outdated, this newly revised edition explores the ancient yet powerfully rich and entertaining art of fencing. Covering Olympic-style foil, epee, and saber methods, this comprehensive guide also features tips on safety, etiquette, and technique. With a brief history on the sport and an updated resource section, this examination tackles the fencing experience with humor and style.



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"This book does the impossible--It shows exactly how a beginner should start fencing. Thumbs Up! BUY IT!" -- Andrew Stroud , Veteran Fencers Quarterly
"Start-Up Sports® tackles the hottest sports. Forthright. Simple." -- Library Journal
"Light and energetic, easy to read. Information is sound and clearly presented. But more than anything else, the book successfully conveys the fun of fencing. A job well done." --Nick Evangelista, author, The Art and Science of Fencing

Fencer's Start-up

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    A Paperback / softback by Doug Werner

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      Publisher: Tracks Publishing,U.S.
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/10/2010
      ISBN13: 9781884654770, 978-1884654770
      ISBN10: 1884654770
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Debunking the sport’s rumored reputation of being outdated, this newly revised edition explores the ancient yet powerfully rich and entertaining art of fencing. Covering Olympic-style foil, epee, and saber methods, this comprehensive guide also features tips on safety, etiquette, and technique. With a brief history on the sport and an updated resource section, this examination tackles the fencing experience with humor and style.



      Trade Review
      "This book does the impossible--It shows exactly how a beginner should start fencing. Thumbs Up! BUY IT!" -- Andrew Stroud , Veteran Fencers Quarterly
      "Start-Up Sports® tackles the hottest sports. Forthright. Simple." -- Library Journal
      "Light and energetic, easy to read. Information is sound and clearly presented. But more than anything else, the book successfully conveys the fun of fencing. A job well done." --Nick Evangelista, author, The Art and Science of Fencing

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