The Illustrated Book of Heraldry: An International History of Heraldry and Its Contemporary Uses - Hardcover

Slater, Stephen

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Synopsis

Examines the history of heraldry from medieval tournaments to modern applications around the world, and offers a detailed and easily understood explanation of the language of heraldry. Lavishly illustrated throughout including fascinating archive material and 700 specially commissioned artworks.

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About the Author

Stephen Slater is a council member of The Heraldry Society of England, which exists to increase and extend interest in and knowledge of heraldry, armory, chivalry, genealogy and allied subjects. He is active in other regional heraldic organizations. He has lectured widely on a variety of heraldic subjects, in particular on his own research on the heraldry of Europe and on local heraldry. Stephen Slater writes articles on heraldry for numerous publications and has collaborated on several books.

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9780754834601: The Illustrated Book of Heraldry: An International History Of Heraldry And Its Contemporary Uses

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ISBN 10:  0754834603 ISBN 13:  9780754834601
Publisher: Lorenz Books, 2019
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