Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Dignities is a historical reference guide compiled by Joseph Haydn in 1851. The book contains a comprehensive list of all the official personages of the British Empire, including their titles, appointments, and dates of service. The book is organized in a chronological order, starting from the reign of William the Conqueror in 1066 and ending with the reign of Queen Victoria in 1851. It includes information on monarchs, nobles, bishops, judges, military officers, and other important figures in British history. The book also provides a brief history of each office and the duties and responsibilities of the person holding the position. The Book of Dignities is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of the British Empire and its official institutions.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.
