ISBN: 9781330525395 - familiar introduction to heraldry (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book describes how heraldry flourished in the context of medieval chivalry and architecture. The author examines heraldic devices, discuss their origins, and explains how they were used to distinguish knights and their lineages, representing personal characteristics or commemorating daring actions. With applications in history and architecture, heraldry is presented as both a symbolic language and a reflection of medieval society. The book traces the evolution of heraldry from the period before the Crusades to the chivalrous period of the Middle Ages, providing insights into its rules and artistic styles. From the meaning behind different tinctures and furs to the significance of ordinaries and common charges, the author illuminates the subject with numerous illustrations and historical examples. Through this examination, the book uncovers the fascinating stories embedded in heraldic emblems and their profound influence on medieval culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…