Fencing - C-L de Beaumont - 1951

"This is a book for everyone interested in Fencing. The author gives practical advice on how to learn the game; joining or starting a club; choice of equipment and organization of competitions. The basic technique of foil, epee and sabre and the differences between the weapons are described. Also practical advice on tactics and training for competitions is given. Mr. de Beaumont is very well qualified to write this boook, and few honours have not come to him... he captained the British fencing team in 1932, and also the British Olympic team in 1936 and 1948..." Fencing - C-L de Beaumont. Published 1951, W.& G. Foyle Ltd, London Hardcover. Approx. 5x7in. 80pp. In good vintage condition. Dustjacket has a large chip missing, top front left corner (see photo), but with the protective mylar covering it's mitigated.