<p>In "The Art of Fencing; Or, The Use of the Small Sword," Ma?Ætre d'armes Labat intricately dissects the nuanced techniques of small sword fencing, providing readers with a comprehensive guide steeped in the traditions of 18th-century martial arts. The book not only elucidates specific stances and movements but also contextualizes the art of fencing within the broader cultural practices of dueling and honor in France. Labat employs a didactic a...