The Art of Weapons: Armed and Unarmed Self-Defense Book by Marc Tedeschi (Hardcover) (Preowned)

The Art of Weapons: Armed and Unarmed Self-Defense by Marc Tedeschi is a comprehensive guide to understanding weapons and their application in martial arts and self-defense.

The book examines a broad range of traditional and contemporary weapons, along with methods for defending against armed attacks while unarmed. Topics include weapon handling, striking, blocking, controlling distance, disarming techniques, and the principles of timing, positioning, leverage, and movement that underlie effective weapons defense.

Detailed explanations and photographic demonstrations illustrate techniques step by step, while emphasizing principles that can be applied across different martial arts systems. The Art of Weapons serves as a valuable reference for martial artists interested in weapons training, practical self-defense, and the relationship between armed and unarmed combat.