Peeps at Heraldry by Phoebe Allen
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| Author | Allen, Phoebe, 1850-1933 |
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| Title | Peeps at Heraldry |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Peeps at Heraldry" by Phoebe Allen is an educational work written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an introductory guide to heraldry, exploring the art of blazoning coats of arms and the significance of various heraldic symbols and colors. It aims to make the intricate subject accessible and engaging, detailing the fascinating connections between images, stories, and the history they convey. The opening of the book establishes heraldry as a unique language made up of pictorial signs, with a rich history tied to chivalry and military exploits. The author emphasizes the appeal of learning this art, promising that it is both interesting and amusing. Allen explains that heraldic devices act as markers to distinguish between families and individuals while also recounting the stories behind specific coats of arms. The introductory chapter sets the tone for the rest of the work, inviting readers to delve into the colorful and storied world of heraldry, where every symbol conveys a deeper meaning. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CR: History: Heraldry |
| Subject | Heraldry -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55439 |
| Release Date | Aug 27, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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