A Complete Body of Heraldry, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing, an Historical Enquiry Into the Origin of Armories, and the Rise and Progress of Heraldry, Considered as a Science; The Institution of the Offices - Hardcover

Joseph Edmondson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332894797 ISBN 13: 9780332894799

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the history and rules behind heraldry with this detailed volume, A Complete Body of Heraldry, Vol.

2 of 2. Explore the origins of armories and how heraldry became a formal science.

This edition dives into the institutions of heraldry and the roles of officers in England, offering historical inquiry alongside practical guidance. Richly illustrated with plate references, it helps readers understand terms, symbols, and funeral attributions used in heraldic practice.

• Clear explanations of heraldic terms, symbols, and plate references
• Historical context for the rise of heraldry as a science
• Descriptive guidance on arms, crests, mantles, and funerary display
• Illustrated examples and names tied to specific regions and families

Ideal for readers of historical reference works, blazoning practice, and anyone curious about the traditions surrounding armories and heraldry.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332894797
• ISBN 13: 9780332894799
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 498