Description

Debrett's Complete Peerage of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland Volume 1 is a comprehensive reference book that provides detailed information about the nobility and peerage of the United Kingdom during the year 1838. The book is authored by William Courthope, an esteemed genealogist and historian of the 19th century.The book is divided into several sections, each providing information about different aspects of the peerage system. The first section provides an overview of the peerage system, including the different ranks of nobility and their respective privileges and titles. The following sections provide detailed information about each individual peerage, including their family history, titles, lands, and other notable achievements.In addition to providing genealogical information, the book also includes detailed descriptions of the various estates and properties owned by the peerage, as well as their coat of arms and other heraldic devices. The book also includes a comprehensive index, making it easy for readers to locate specific information about individual peers and their families.Overall, Debrett's Complete Peerage of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland Volume 1 is an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of the British peerage system. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and achievements of some of the most influential and powerful families in British history.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.