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"A Dictionary of Heraldry"
Rare 1889 Book on CDROM
CDROM of an original copy of the rare and hard to find 112 year old book "A Dictionary of Heraldry",; "over 2,500 illustrations". by Charles Norton Elvin , published 1889. Includes pdf of all ~235 pages with fabulous graphics, HighRes images of very finely detailed coats of arms and a wide variety of heraldry symbols. The lithography in this book is exceptionally well done.
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The current print edition of 1999 ISBN 0806304596 is out of print.
This is an extremely useful and comprehensive illustrated dictionary of heraldic terms, a necessity whether one's interest is that of an artist, engraver, heraldist, librarian, or genealogist. Elvin's book is as useful today as it was 110 years ago when the author wrote that the "aim of the present work is not to furnish an account of the antiquity and progress of Heraldry, but to provide as succinctly as possible, and in Alphabetical order, a list of the terms met with in the Science, with their appropriate Illustrations."
The outstanding feature of this book is the set of 47 plates (done by Elvin) depicting over 2,500 illustations of the various heraldic charges, with blazonings, arranged by subject headings such as "Badges," "Bend," "Chevron," "Cross," and the like, thus providing a complete dictionary of terms, each term having an exact reference to a matching illustration. As a result, the identification of unrecognized charges is easy.
The usefulness of the book for the study of heraldry is manifest; it can be used quite readily by almost anyone at any stage of study and research. In a science as complex and exacting as heraldry, Elvin's Dictionary provides much needed clarification and, as it were, ventilation--no small contribution to any discipline.
"In all, the book is one of the best on the subject, and because it is so succinct it is needed in every good reference collection, since it answers almost every question on terms used in heraldry."--American Reference Books Annual (1971).
This is an extremely useful and comprehensive illustrated dictionary of heraldic terms, a necessity whether one's interest is that of an artist, engraver, heraldist, librarian, or genealogist. Elvin's book is as useful today as it was 112 years ago when the author wrote that the "aim of the present work is not to furnish an account of the antiquity and progress of Heraldry, but to provide as succinctly as possible, and in alphabetical order, a list of the terms met with in the Science, with their appropriate illustrations."
Great gift for anyone interested in heraldry or history. Heraldry design is discussed in detail and there are many fascinating medieval images. Also includes exquisite illustrations of the royal crowns of Royal Families. Excellent resource for a variety of fields; for anyone interested in genealogy, knighthood, chivalry, royalty, dungeons and dragons, medieval history, mythology, symbolism, etc.
Excellent gift and design resource for anyone interested in graphic art, trademarks, advertising or computer art or design. Good for your elibrary. CD-R is both Mac and Windows compatible. Includes convenient and complete thumbnail index of all pages, and ability to magnify and examine fine details. Unique gift!! FREE SHIPPING TO USA and CANADA. We ship internationally (worldwide) at actual shipping cost. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
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Heraldry Dictionary 1889 CDROM
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This is an extremely useful and comprehensive illustrated dictionary of heraldic terms, a necessity whether one's interest is that of an artist, engraver, heraldist, librarian, or genealogist. Elvin's book is as useful today as it was 110 years ago when the author wrote that the "aim of the present work is not to furnish an account of the antiquity and progress of Heraldry, but to provide as succinctly as possible, and in Alphabetical order, a list of the terms met with in the Science, with their appropriate Illustrations."
The outstanding feature of this book is the set of 47 plates (done by Elvin) depicting over 2,500 illustations of the various heraldic charges, with blazonings, arranged by subject headings such as "Badges," "Bend," "Chevron," "Cross," and the like, thus providing a complete dictionary of terms, each term having an exact reference to a matching illustration. As a result, the identification of unrecognized charges is easy.
The usefulness of the book for the study of heraldry is manifest; it can be used quite readily by almost anyone at any stage of study and research. In a science as complex and exacting as heraldry, Elvin's Dictionary provides much needed clarification and, as it were, ventilation--no small contribution to any discipline.
"In all, the book is one of the best on the subject, and because it is so succinct it is needed in every good reference collection, since it answers almost every question on terms used in heraldry."--American Reference Books Annual (1971).
This is an extremely useful and comprehensive illustrated dictionary of heraldic terms, a necessity whether one's interest is that of an artist, engraver, heraldist, librarian, or genealogist. Elvin's book is as useful today as it was 112 years ago when the author wrote that the "aim of the present work is not to furnish an account of the antiquity and progress of Heraldry, but to provide as succinctly as possible, and in alphabetical order, a list of the terms met with in the Science, with their appropriate illustrations."
Great gift for anyone interested in heraldry or history. Heraldry design is discussed in detail and there are many fascinating medieval images. Also includes exquisite illustrations of the royal crowns of Royal Families. Excellent resource for a variety of fields; for anyone interested in genealogy, knighthood, chivalry, royalty, dungeons and dragons, medieval history, mythology, symbolism, etc.
Excellent gift and design resource for anyone interested in graphic art, trademarks, advertising or computer art or design. Good for your elibrary. CD-R is both Mac and Windows compatible. Includes convenient and complete thumbnail index of all pages, and ability to magnify and examine fine details. Unique gift!! FREE SHIPPING TO USA and CANADA. We ship internationally (worldwide) at actual shipping cost. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
To order this CDROM, use PAYPAL Buttons above, or send $9.99 Check or Money order made out to "eBookCDROM" together with your shipping address to:
4521 Barrington Drive
Springfield, IL 62707
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