Of the Single Rapier: An English translation of Johannes Georgius Bruchius
by Reinier van Noort
Paperback
The original text:
Grondige Beschryvinge van de Edele ende Ridderlijcke Scherm - ofte Wapen-Konste
Thorough Description of the Noble and Knightly Fencing - or Weapon-Art
by Johannes Georgius Bruchius
In 1671, Johannes Georgius Bruchius published the Grondige Beschryvinge van de Edele ende Ridderlijcke Scherm- ofte Wapen-Konste in Leiden, in the Netherlands. In his work, Bruchius described a style of rapier fencing that evolved from the teachings of Fabris. He presents this style through a brief explanation of the principles of fencing followed by 212 lessons.
Bruchius' weapon was the rapier: a dangerous yet elegant sword of the 17th century. Its usage was dynamic and effective, with a focus on personal safety through controlling the opponent's blade. Not only does this treatise discuss bladework by way of thrusts and parries, Bruchius teaches grappling and disarming techniques, and provides many solutions to common problems that occur during fencing practice.
Reinier van Noort first made a draft English translation of Bruchius' treatise available in 2009. In this new book, he presents his fully reworked and improved English translation of this important treatise, along with a detailed biographical study on the fencing master Bruchius.
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Format: Paperback
Pages: 156
Publisher: Fallen Rook Publishing
Date: July 17, 2015
Dimensions: 9" x 7"
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Of the Single Rapier by Reinier van Noort 
