Heraldry. Sources, Symbols and Meaning

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A thorough & richly illustrated history of the system, the art, & the craft that have grown from the honored office of the herald. Each of the books 9 chapters explores one major element of heraldry, bringing a new order & clarity to the intricate development of this ancient — & now worldwide — system of identification. Contains an extensive & thorough display of heraldic devices & historical illustrations, 1500 of which are in full color. Many specially commissioned maps, charts & diagrammatic drawings. Neubecker is on the board of the Internat. Acad. of Heraldry. Brooke-Little is Richmond Herald of Arms at the College of Arms, London.