The Last Duel: A True Story of Crime, Scandal, and Trial by Combat
by Eric Jager
The Last Duel recounts a true 14th-century scandal in France where a rape accusation leads to a trial by combat between knights. Eric Jager vividly reconstructs the events, revealing the era's codes of honor, legal traditions, and the raw intensity of a fight to the death that determined guilt or innocence.
About This Book
The Last Duel explores a remarkable episode from 14th-century France, where a knight's claim of innocence is put to the ultimate test through judicial combat.
Drawing on historical records, the book details the events leading to the duel, highlighting the societal norms and legal practices of the time.
It provides insight into the personal stakes involved for the accuser, the accused, and their supporters in this high-stakes confrontation.
The narrative captures the tension and drama of the era's customs, offering a window into medieval justice systems.
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