The World Encyclopedia of Flags: The Definitive Guide to International Flags, Banners, Standards and Ensigns - Couverture rigide

Znamierowski, Alfred

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0754801675 ISBN 13 : 9780754801672

Editeur : Lorenz Books, 1999

Synopsis

Recounts the origins and development of various types of flags and depicts national, regional, international, governmental, ethnic, and other types of banners. The World Encyclopedia of Flags is one of the most comprehensive books on this subject, serving both as a reference book and an invaluable educational source of information. Over 1400 colour illustrations of flags and emblems are included.'

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This book is the definitive visual reference to all the international flags. Compiled by a leading authority, the work is an exhaustive and up-to-date summary of world flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states. The extensively researched text explores the wealth of shapes and patterns in flag designs, as well as flag-making techniques, terminology, usage and etiquette. Emperors, Soverigns and Presidents; Government Flags; Military Signs and Naval Ensigns and Flags are all covered, tracing the history and development of the flags. This is both an excellent reference book and an invaluable educational resource. It offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our oldest forms of identification and communication.

Biographie de l'auteur

Alfred Znamierowski began publishing numerous press articles on flags in the 1960's, and since 1965 he has undertaken extensive research in Italy, France, Germany and the United States. During the last 25 years, thousands of his illustrations have been published in encyclopedias, books and journals. He has also designed flags and arms for commercial firms and for individuals. He is the founder of the Instytut Heraldyczno-Weksylologiczny (Institute of Heraldry and Vexillology) whose files contain thousands of specifications, laws and regulations relating to flags and arms. In 2001 the International Federation of Vexilloligical Associations recognized him as a Fellow of the Federation.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Lorenz Books
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0754801675
• ISBN 13: 9780754801672
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 256
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible