Amateurs et salles d'armes de Paris

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Title
Amateurs et salles d'armes de Paris
Description
"Amateurs et salles d'armes de Paris" provides detailed descriptions and profiles of various notable figures in the fencing community of Paris. It highlights their physical attributes, fencing techniques, accomplishments, and contributions to the sport. Each profile offers a blend of personal anecdotes, technical assessments, and character evaluations, portraying these individuals not only as skilled fencers but also as influential personalities within the fencing world. The text discusses their styles, preferred techniques, and the influence they have had on their peers and students, presenting them as paragons of the art of fencing.

The text also touches upon the broader cultural and social context in which these fencers operated, illustrating how fencing was not just a sport but a respected social activity among the elite of Paris. It includes references to duels, historical encounters, and the involvement of these individuals in fencing clubs and societies, emphasizing their roles in promoting and preserving the traditions of fencing. Through vivid descriptions and lively commentary, the document captures the spirit of the fencing community in Paris during this period, celebrating the artistry, discipline, and honor associated with the sport.
list of authors
Adolphe Tavernier
Contributor
G. Genilloud (Illustrator)
Date
1886
Temporal Coverage
Relation
Internet Archive
Publisher
C. Marpon et E. Flammarion
University of Toronto
Internet Archive
Rights
Public Domain
Language
French
Type
Book
Spatial Coverage