The Book Of Dignities

The Book Of Dignities

Joseph Haydn

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781437155464
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The Book of Dignities is a historical reference book written by Joseph Haydn and originally published in 1851. The book contains comprehensive lists of official personages of the British Empire, including monarchs, nobility, government officials, and other dignitaries. The information is arranged chronologically, dating back to the Norman Conquest in 1066 and continuing up to the mid-19th century. The book provides detailed biographical information for each person listed, including their titles, offices held, dates of service, and other relevant details. It is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of the British Empire and its government officials. The Book of Dignities is considered a classic work of reference and remains in print to this day.Civil, Ecclesiastical, Judicial, Military, Naval, And Municipal, From The Earliest To The Present Time. Together With The Sovereigns Of Europe, From The Foundation Of Their Respective States, The Peerage Of England And Of Great Britain, And Numerous Other Lists.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.

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