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

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. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of dueling, covering the most notable duels that have taken place from the earliest times to the present day. The author provides detailed narratives of these encounters, including the reasons for the duels, the weapons used, and the outcomes. The book also explores the social and cultural context of dueling, including the codes of honor and etiquette that governed the practice. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including contemporary accounts, legal documents, and personal diaries, to provide a detailed and engaging history of this controversial practice. This is the first volume of the book, which covers the history of dueling up to the early 19th century.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.