9780266142331 - Discours sur le Duel (Classic Reprint) de Crivelli, Joseph Louis (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of dueling, a cultural phenomenon driven by an erroneous notion of honor and the suppression of true courage. The author examines how dueling persisted despite the evolution of civilization and the promulgation of laws designed to eradicate it. Utilizing first-hand accounts, historical documents, and legal texts, the author expertly traces the roots of dueling in France and its proliferation throughout Europe, revealing the influence of social, cultural, and even political factors on its enduring appeal. The book delves into the various attempts to suppress dueling, from royal edicts and ecclesiastical condemnations to the establishment of special tribunals and the enactment of severe penalties. However, the author argues that these measures were often ineffective, due to the enduring power of the prejudice that fueled the practice. Throughout, the author juxtaposes the false honor upheld by duelists with the genuine courage exhibited by true heroes, highlighting the folly and tragedy of a custom that claimed countless lives and left an enduring scar on society. Ultimately, this book not only provides a comprehensive historical account of dueling but also serves as a powerful critique of the misguided notion of honor that perpetuated it, offering valuable insights into the complexities of human behavior and the enduring power of social customs. 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.