Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Chivalry, Knighthood, tournaments. The Book of the Tournament by Brian Price brings out the magic of medieval tournament re-enactments as they build upon the traditions in what has become an authentic Western martial art. This book talks eloquently about how these tournaments work, what can be expected in a Society for Creative Anachronism tournament, what kinds of arms and armor work best for the tournament, and what it takes to succeed. Fascinating look into the ideals of people working to study ethics as they combat one another in the list field. Hardcover quality binding with linen paper printed in the style of the early 14th century.
Synopsis
Drawing inspiration from 14th- and 15th-century sources, and especially from the likes of King Rene, Ramon Lull and Geoffrey de Chamy, Brian Price presents his own philosophy of the tournament as recreated through the Company of Saint George to which he belongs. The book is written for members of medieval societies and for those who re-enact the medieval tournament and contains all manner of information from the appearance, weapons and armour of the combatant to his virtues, skills and motives for fighting. Presented in medieval style prose, the book describes the code of chivalry to which they adhere, the rule governing the tournament, the location and organisation of the fighting and the swordsmanship of those taking part. This second edition contains new information.