Some Account Of The Ancient Corps Of Gentlemen-At-Arms

Some Account Of The Ancient Corps Of Gentlemen-At-Arms

James Bunce Curling

33,46 €
IVA incluido
Disponible
Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
Materia
Filosofía occidental: antigua, hasta c. 500
ISBN:
9781428657090
33,46 €
IVA incluido
Disponible

Selecciona una librería:

  • Librería Samer Atenea
  • Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
  • Kálamo Books
  • Librería Perelló (Valencia)
  • Librería Elías (Asturias)
  • Donde los libros
  • Librería Kolima (Madrid)
  • Librería Proteo (Málaga)

Some Account Of The Ancient Corps Of Gentlemen-At-Arms is a historical book written by James Bunce Curling. The book provides a detailed account of the ancient corps of gentlemen-at-arms, who were the royal bodyguards of the English monarchy. The author delves into the history of this elite group of soldiers, tracing their origins back to the 15th century.The book covers the various roles and duties of the gentlemen-at-arms throughout history, including their involvement in battles and their role in ceremonial events. The author also explores the traditions, customs, and regulations that governed the corps, as well as the training and selection process for new members.In addition to providing a comprehensive history of the gentlemen-at-arms, the book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as detailed descriptions of the uniforms and equipment worn by the corps. The author also includes anecdotes and stories from the lives of individual members, adding a personal touch to the historical account.Overall, Some Account Of The Ancient Corps Of Gentlemen-At-Arms is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the English monarchy, military history, or the traditions and customs of the British aristocracy.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.

Artículos relacionados

  • The Nature of Things
    Lucretius Lucretius
    De rerum natura (On the Nature of Things) is a 1st century BC didactic poem by the Roman poet and philosopher Lucretius with the goal of explaining Epicurean philosophy to a Roman audience. Lucretius presents the principles of atomism; the nature of the mind and soul; explanations of sensation and thought; the development of the world and its phenomena; and explains a variety o...
  • Pompeii
    Fergus Mason
    Pompeii was one of most advanced cities of its time; it had a complex water system, gymnasium, and an amphitheater. Despite it's advancements, there was one thing it wasn't ready for: Mount Vesuvius—the volcano that led to its ultimate doom.  The 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius was one of the worst disasters in all of European history. In a near instant, over 15,000 p...
    Disponible

    10,36 €

  • Middle Platonism and Neoplatonism, Volume 1
    Stephen Gersh
    'It is generally agreed that those types of philosophy that are loosely called ’Platonic’ and ’Neoplatonic’ played a crucial role in the history of European culture during the centuries between antiquity and the Renaissance. However, until now no scholar has attempted to describe the evolution of these forms of thought in a single comprehensive academic study.' So writes Stephe...
  • Middle Platonism and Neoplatonism, Volume 2
    Stephen Gersh
    It is generally agreed that those types of philosophy that are loosely called 'Platonic' and 'Neoplatonic' played a crucial role in the history of European culture during the centuries between antiquity and the Middle Ages. However, until now no scholar has attempted to describe the evolution of these forms of thought in a single comprehensive academic study. Middle Platonism a...
  • Porphyry’s Commentary on Ptolemy’s Harmonics
    Andrew Barker
    ...
    Disponible

    77,17 €

  • The Roots of Platonism
    John Dillon
    ...
    Disponible

    25,29 €