Fighting Irish: The Art Of Irish Stick-Fighting (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781986974073)

The Shillelagh has become synonymous with stereotypes about the "Fighting Irish." The truth is that shillelagh fighting was originally a form of fencing which required training, discipline and skill. Often combining stick-fencing with boxing and wrestling, shillelagh fighting was a once a complex mixed martial art. Now for the first time "Fighting Irish: The Art Of Irish Stick-Fighting" describes and analyzes this fascinating sport, its essential nature and techniques. This authoritative classic contains clear cut descriptions of the most important offensive and defensive stick-fighting positions and methods. For the first time in history the basic concepts of Irish shillelagh fighting are laid out and explained for both the martial artist and the the interested reader.

Author: John W. Hurley
ISBN-10: 1986974073
ISBN-13: 9781986974073
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2018
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.41d