Deadly Duels: Duels of Honor

Throughout much of history, presumably mature men have faced unconscionable insults (such as a failure to say hello, or a stare that went on a bit too long) with mature, gentlemanly responses: namely, by crossing swords or pointing pistols at one another. Narrated by Stacy Keach, this illuminating documentary combines scholarly interviews, dramatic re-enactments, and delicious stories (along with some alarming news: disfiguring duels are still held in one fraternity in Germany!). The other two titles in the series (priced at $39.98 for all three) are Duels of Chivalry and Dueling in the New World. Recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (R. Pitman)