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The History of Dueling Including Narratives of the Most Remarkable Encounters that Have Taken Place from the Earliest Period to the Present Time Part

The History of Dueling Including Narratives of the Most Remarkable Encounters that Have Taken Place from the Earliest Period to the Present Time Part

Millingen, J. G.

Hardcover

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1432618199
ISBN13: 9781432618193
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 20 2004
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of Dueling Including Narratives of the Most Remarkable Encounters that Have Taken Place from the Earliest Period to the Present Time V1 is a book written by J. G. Millingen that explores the history of dueling. The book covers the earliest recorded duels and their evolution throughout history, including famous encounters involving notable figures such as Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. The author provides detailed accounts of the circumstances leading up to these duels, the weapons used, and the outcomes. The book also delves into the cultural and societal factors that contributed to the prevalence of dueling, as well as the legal and moral implications of the practice. Overall, The History of Dueling is a comprehensive and informative account of a controversial and fascinating aspect of human history.1841. In Two Volumes. Millingen takes a historical look back at the practice of dueling. Contents of the First Volume: Introductory Observations; On Dueling Among the Ancients, and in Olden Times; The Origin of Dueling; Celebrated Judicial Duels; Institution of Chivalry and Duels; Early Dueling in France; Dueling in France During the Sixteenth Century; Dueling in France During the Seventeenth Century; Dueling During the Reign of Louis the Thirteenth; Dueling in France During the Reign of Louis the Fourteenth; Dueling in France During the Eighteenth Century; Dueling in France During the Reign of Louis the Sixteenth; Dueling in France During the Nineteenth Century; Duels Between French Women; Code of Dueling Established in France; French Views of the Character and Duties of a Second, and of the Expediency of Dueling; Dueling in Italy; Dueling in Spain; Dueling in Germany and the North of Europe; Dueling in Belgium and Holland; Dueling in the United States of America; and Dueling in the East.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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