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that Englishman who came to challenge me three or four months ago, and whom I killed to stop him bothering me
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― The Count of Monte Cristo
― The Count of Monte Cristo
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A man cannot be too careful in selecting the individual who is intrusted with his cartel. He should run over the names of his friends, and endeavour to obtain the services of a staid, cool, calculating old fellow; if possible, one who has seen some few shots exchanged: but I should advise his never choosing an Irishman on any account, as nine out of ten of those I have had the pleasure of forming an acquaintance with, both abroad and in this country, have such an innate love of fighting, they ca
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― The Art of Duelling
― The Art of Duelling
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