Illustrated with over 75 photographs, line drawings, tables and graphs, this book is accompanied by an excellent instructional DVD. By trying to combine a coaching manual with a dissertation on the sports science of fencing, the book is heavy going. But the DVD is a joy to watch for anyone with a passion for sabre. Lessons are demonstrated in a relaxed controlled fashion, progressing from basic to championship level, and many of the actions are shown from contrasting angles, making them easy to understand.
