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Anonymous |
| Title |
The Manual of Heraldry; Fifth Edition
Being a Concise Description of the Several Terms Used, and Containing a Dictionary of Every Designation in the Science
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Robert Connal, Wallace McLean, Lesley Halamek, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
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| Summary |
"The Manual of Heraldry; Fifth Edition" by Anonymous is a comprehensive guide on heraldry, likely written in the late 19th century. This work serves as both a descriptive primer on heraldic terms and a detailed dictionary of the various designs and symbols used in coats of arms. The content explores the historical roots of heraldry, its governing principles, and the intricacies of armorial bearings. The opening of the manual introduces the concept of heraldry as a science dedicated to the proper description of armorial bearings. It traces the origin of these symbols back to medieval times, particularly during the Crusades, when different nations required distinct insignia for their leaders. The text elaborates on the distinction between various types of arms, from dominion to family and alliance, and provides insights into the rules governing their use. The chapter sets a foundation for the reader, preparing them for a detailed exploration of the subject to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CR: History: Heraldry
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| Subject |
Heraldry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16273 |
| Release Date |
Jul 12, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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