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Practical Heraldry or an Epitome of English Armory (Classic Reprint): Showing How and by Whom Arms May Be Borne or Acquired, How Pedigrees May Be Traced or Family Histories Ascertained - Couverture souple

Charles Worthy

 
9781332434596: Practical Heraldry or an Epitome of English Armory (Classic Reprint): Showing How and by Whom Arms May Be Borne or Acquired, How Pedigrees May Be Traced or Family Histories Ascertained

Synopsis

Master the art and history of heraldry with a practical, reference‑style guide for coats of arms, pedigrees, and family histories.

This comprehensive work explains what heraldry is, why armorial bearings were used, and how to read and create blazons. It blends historical context with hands‑on methods for tracing pedigrees, recording pedigrees, and understanding the language of arms. The book assembles detailed chapters on the rules of marshalling, crests, badges, coronets, and the various ranks of heralds, making it a useful reference for both beginners and seasoned researchers.


  • Learn how blazons are formed and interpreted to describe arms accurately.

  • Explore how coats of arms are marshalled, quartered, and displayed across different contexts.

  • Understand heraldic terminology, from charges and tinctures to crests and badges.

  • Discover practical guidance on pedigrees, parish registers, and heraldic records for family histories.



Ideal for readers of history, genealogy, and those with a practical interest in how English heraldry has shaped identity and lineage.

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