The Noble and Gentle Men of England: Or Notes Touching the Arms and Descents of the Ancient Knightly and Gentle Houses of England (1859)

The Noble and Gentle Men of England by Evelyn Philip Shirley is a comprehensive guide to the history and genealogy of the ancient knightly and gentle houses of England. Originally published in 1859, this book provides detailed notes on the arms and descents of these noble families, tracing their lineage back to the earliest days of English history. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including historical records, family documents, and heraldic manuscripts, to create a rich and detailed portrait of the English nobility. The book is organized alphabetically by family name, with each entry providing a brief history of the family, a description of their coat of arms, and a genealogy of their lineage. This volume is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English nobility and the development of heraldry in England.Arranged In Their Respective Counties.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.