The best of both Eastern and Western sword fighting techniques, The Art and Science of Sword Fighting takes an innovative, progressive approach to swordsmanship. Consisting of an eclectic collection of the most effective sword fighting techniques borrowed from many diverse sources, these universal concepts work with a wide variety of swords and are applicable to any style. Streamlined and divided into nine logical stages of training, the purpose of this text is to create a formidable general practitioner, someone who is comfortable fighting with a variety of swords. This approach provides a solid foundation in the art of sword fighting, a necessity for beginners and experts alike. This book features, Nine levels of instruction, progressing from easy to expert, Over 600 photos with motion arrows, Fighting with a one-handed sword, Fighting with a two-handed sword, Detailed plans for building your own training tools, Whether you are just starting out or have been practicing sword fighting for years, this book provides important universal concepts for all levels of experience.