Heraldic Miscellanies - William Dugdale - Bog

Heraldic Miscellanies is a book that was published in 1800 and written by Sir William Dugdale. The book is a compilation of three different works, each focusing on the lives of notable figures in the field of heraldry. The first section of the book is dedicated to the life of Sir William Dugdale himself, who was an English antiquary and herald. Dugdale's work as Garter King of Arms, a position he held from 1677 until his death in 1686, is discussed in detail.The second section of the book is devoted to the life of Gregory King, who was a herald and genealogist as well as a statistician. King's work in the field of statistics and his contributions to the development of the English census are discussed in this section.The final section of the book is a collection of miscellaneous writings on the subject of heraldry. This section includes discussions of various heraldic devices, such as coats of arms and crests, as well as a history of the College of Arms, which is the official heraldic authority for England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and much of the Commonwealth.Overall, Heraldic Miscellanies is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of heraldry in England. The book provides an in-depth look at the lives of some of the most important figures in the field, as well as a wealth of information on the subject of heraldry itself.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.