Publisher's Synopsis
The Historic Peerage of England is a comprehensive guide to the noble families of England, written by Nicholas Harris Nicolas and published in 1857. The book provides detailed information on the history, genealogy, and titles of the peerage, including the creation and extinction of titles, the succession of heirs, and the various privileges and duties associated with each rank. The book also includes biographical sketches of notable peers, as well as a glossary of terms and a list of sources for further research. With its wealth of information and meticulous attention to detail, The Historic Peerage of England is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British nobility.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.
