ISBN: 9780282744694 - The Story of Duelling, Vol. 1 of 2: Including, Narratives of the Most Remarkable Personal Encounters That Have Taken Place from the Earliest Period to the Present Time (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the violent history of dueling, following its evolution from ancient rituals to modern absurdities. Duels have a long and bloody history, dating back to the days of ancient Greece and Rome. The author traces the evolution of dueling from these early beginnings to the days of chivalry, and finally to the modern era. Along the way, the author examines the social and cultural factors that have influenced the development of dueling, including the rise of the warrior class, the influence of the church, the development of the concept of honor, and the rise of the modern nation-state. The book offers a fascinating look at a practice that has been both revered and reviled throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of violence, the development of social norms, or the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…