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Duelling Through the Ages by Stephen Wynn is a history book available to read on EtoBox.
What is Duelling Through the Ages about?
Putting aside Roman gladiators and gun-slingers of the American Wild West, by the 19th century duelling had become the sole domain of nobility, military officers and gentleman, with rules added to make sure everything was conducted in a fair and professional manner. The word 'honour' became popular, because it was the reason why most men would challenge another to a duel. This book challenges that notion and asks whether it was really about honour at all, or was it more about arrogance or social
Who reads Duelling Through the Ages?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Stephen Wynn
- Publisher
- Pen and Sword Military
- Published
- 2021
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781526738547
- Category
- history
- Subjects
- History, Folklore, Reference
- Updated
- 2026-03-25
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