Duelling has always been a subject that attracts the imagination. In this new study by Fred Wilkinson, the history of duelling is reviewed with some fascinating anecdotes researched from the Proceedings of the Old Bailey. Separate chapters include a discussion of the Seconds, the pistols (detailing locks, stock, barrels acases). In addition a colour photograph section provides full-page photographs of nearly 40 guns. ILLUSTRATIONS: 40 full page
