English Coronation Records (1901) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120616357)

The English Coronation Records is a historical book written by Leopold George Wickham Legg in 1901. This book is a comprehensive compilation of the coronation records of all the English monarchs from the Norman Conquest to the coronation of King Edward VII. It contains detailed accounts of the coronation ceremonies, including the rituals, the processions, the music, and the costumes worn by the monarchs and other dignitaries.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different coronation. It starts with the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066 and ends with the coronation of King Edward VII in 1901. The author has used primary sources such as contemporary chronicles, official records, and eyewitness accounts to provide an accurate and detailed description of each coronation.The English Coronation Records is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in English history and royal traditions. It provides a fascinating insight into the pomp and pageantry of English coronations and the role they played in the country's history. The book is well-written and easy to read, making it accessible to a wide range of readers.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.

Author: Leopold George Wickham Legg
ISBN-10: 1120616352
ISBN-13: 9781120616357
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/21/2009
Pages: 534
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.62lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.08d