Field Of Honor: Being A Complete And Comprehensive History Of Dueling In All Countries (1883)

""The Field of Honor"" is a historical account of the practice of dueling across the world, written by Benjamin Cummings Truman and originally published in 1883. The book covers the origins of dueling, the various forms it took in different countries, and the cultural and social significance of the practice. Truman explores the codes of honor that governed dueling, the weapons and techniques used, and the famous duels and duellists throughout history. He also examines the decline of dueling in the late 19th century, as it came to be seen as a barbaric and outdated practice. Overall, ""The Field of Honor"" provides a fascinating insight into a controversial and often misunderstood aspect of human history.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.