The Illustrated Book of Heraldry
an international history of heraldry and its contemporary uses
$48.40
- Hardcover
256 pages
- Release Date
29 October 2018
Summary
This informative book looks not only at the medieval world in which heraldry thrived, but also at its language, the elaborate system of coded messages it conveyed, and its inextricable link with chivalry. Featuring more than 700 illustrations, it also covers both the larger aspects of heraldry and everyday heraldic uses, and contains a comprehensive glossary.
The book examines the history of heraldry from medieval tournaments to modern applications around the world - its origins and d…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780754834601 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0754834603 |
| Author: | Stephen Slater |
| Publisher: | Anness Publishing |
| Imprint: | Lorenz Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 29 October 2018 |
| Weight: | 1.33kg |
| Dimensions: | 267mm x 205mm |
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Critics Review
“This volume is the most international study of heraldry for a generation. Well known for his irreverent lectures, which bring obscure historical subjects to vibrant life, Stephen Slater’s book is sure to appeal as much to the general reader as the enthusiast.” Baz Manning, Society of Heraldic Artists.
About The Author
Stephen Slater
Stephen Slater is a council member of The Heraldry Society of England, which exists to increase and extend interest in and knowledge of heraldry, armoury, 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 writes articles on heraldry for numerous publications and has collaborated on several books.
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