Italian Treatises on Foil, Épée, and Saber

Discover the Essence of Modern Fencing

This volume is a definitive guide for aspiring fencing masters, drawing from the legacy of Masaniello Parise and enriched by modern pedagogical insights. With a detailed exploration of offensive and defensive techniques, tactical reasoning, and teaching methodologies, it bridges the classical traditions of Italian fencing and the competitive innovations of the modern era.

Clear structure, illustrative diagrams, and a practical approach make it an indispensable tool for instructors, athletes, and fencing enthusiasts seeking mastery in foil, saber, and épée. Developed under the patronage of the Scuola dello Sport, and rooted in the educational heritage of the Parise and Mangiarotti schools, this text offers not only technical instruction but also a deep understanding of fencing as a discipline of intelligence, strategy, and artistry.

Whether preparing for exams, coaching athletes, or refining your own fencing practice-this book is your companion on the path to excellence.

Translation from italian to english of:

Il fioretto - dei maestri Pignotti e Pessina

La sciabola - dei masestri Pignotti e Pessina

La spada - del maestro Giuseppe Mangiarotti

La spada - estratto da: quaderni di scherma - maestro Toran

translation by

M° Brian A. Bacher