The Duello in France
Autobiographical WritingsBy Arthur Conan Doyle
Length30m
About this audiobook
The Duello in France is Arthur Conan Doyle's sharp, insightful, and historically rich exploration of one of Europe's most romanticized and dangerous customs: the duel. In this autobiographical essay, Doyle delves into the tradition of French dueling with both fascination and critique, offering a vivid narrative informed by personal study and cultural observation. With the precision of a historian and the flair of a novelist, he recounts gripping real-life duels, exposes their often absurd codes of honor, and reflects on how this lethal ritual persisted in a supposedly civilized society. More than a historical account, this is Doyle in his element—dissecting human behavior, honor, and ego through the lens of a bygone European institution. As much a meditation on masculinity and violence as it is a cultural essay, The Duello in France is a compelling and elegant piece of nonfiction from one of literature's most versatile minds.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir, History
Length30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Duello in France
7Medical Studies and Early Career
21
8The Birth of Sherlock Holmes
32
9Other Literary Works
43
10Personal Life
5Arthur Conan Doyle
11Spiritualism and Later Life
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6Early Life and Education
12Honours and Legacy
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