The Duel in European History: Honour and the Reign of Aristocracy
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The romance and drama of the duel has made it an enduring attraction in novels, plays, and operas; but it takes on a deeper significance when considered in its social, evolutionary setting. From medieval times, the privilege of duelling was regarded as a badge of rank, an assertion of preeminence by Europe's dominant classes. This book describes the evolution of the duel from its medieval origins to the early 20th century. It also looks at the opinions...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0192851284
ISBN13:9780192851284
Release Date:December 1989
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:368 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.1" x 7.7"
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