The Art of Heraldry: An Encyclopedia of Armory (Classic Reprint), by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies
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Excerpt from The Art of Heraldry: An Encyclopedia of ArmoryToo frequently it is the custom to consider the study of the science of Armory as the study of a subject which has passed beyond the limits of practical politics. Heraldry has been termed "The Shorthand of History," but nevertheless the study of that shorthand has been approached too often as if it were but the study of a dead language. The result has been that too much faith has been placed in the works of older writers, whose dicta have been accepted as both unquestionably correct at the date they wrote, and, as a consequence, equally binding at the present day.Since Dame Juliana Berners wrote the "Boke of St. Albans," into which she managed to compress an unconscionable amount of rubbish, books and treatises on the subject of Armory have issued from the press in a constant succession. A few of them stand a head and shoulders above the remainder. The said remainder have already sunk into oblivion. Such a book as "Guillim" must of necessity rank in the forefront of any armorial bibliography; but any one seeking to judge the Armory of the present day by the standards and ethics adopted by that writer, would find himself making mistake after mistake, and led hopelessly astray. There can be very little doubt that the "Display of Heraldry" is an accurate representation of the laws of Armory which governed the use of Arms at the date the book was written; and it correctly puts forward the opinions which were then accepted concerning the past history of the science.There are two points, however, which must be borne in mind.The first is that the critical desire for accuracy which fortunately seems to have been the keynote of research during the nineteenth century, has produced students of Armory whose investigations into facts have swept away the fables, the myths, and the falsehood which had collected around the ancient science, and which in their preposterous assertions had earned for Armory a ridicule, a contempt, and a disbelief which the science itself, and moreover the active practice of the science, had never at any time warranted or deserved. The desire to gratify the vanity of illustrious patrons rendered the mythical traditions attached to Armory more difficult to explode than in the cases of those other sciences in which no one has a personal interest in upholding the wrong; but a study of the scientific works of bygone days, and the comparison, for example, of a sixteenth or seventeenth century medical book with a similar work of the present day, will show that all scientific knowledge during past centuries was a curious conglomeration of unquestionable fact, interwoven with and partly obscured by a vast amount of false information, which now can either be dismissed as utter rubbish or controverted and disproved on the score of being plausible untruth. Consequently, Armory, no less than medicine, theology, or jurisprudence, should not be lightly esteemed because our predecessors knew less about the subject than is known at the present day, or because they believed implicitly dogma and tradition which we ourselves know to be and accept as exploded. Research and investigation constantly goes on, and every day adds to our knowledge.The second point, which perhaps is the most important, is the patent fact that Heraldry and Armory are not a dead science, but are an actual living reality.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
The Art of Heraldry: An Encyclopedia of Armory (Classic Reprint), by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies- Published on: 2015-09-27
- Original language: English
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- Dimensions: 9.02" h x 1.63" w x 5.98" l, 2.38 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Heraldry 101: How the British Heraldic System Works By Roy Jaruk A.C. Fox-Davies' book is perhaps the best book for introducing a neophyte to the art and science of heraldry. It is easy to follow and clearly presented. Profusely illustrated with line drawings and color plates, it makes learning the terminology a pleasure. (So much a pleasure, in fact, that I've had two copies of it stolen from me over the years.)However, that is what Fox-Davies wrote: A primer of heraldry. The book belongs in the library of anyone interested in heraldry, but it is not the be-all or end-all book some claim it to be. It provides a good sense of what is 'proper' heraldic practice in the British College of Arms and has commentary on the differences in practice between the English and the Scots, and explains how armory has changed over time. However, it barely acknowledges the existence of other heraldic systems and provides little information as to how they differ from the British.What Fox-Davies will give you is a grounding in heraldic terminology sufficient that with practice you will be able to blazon a coat of arms at sight. This is no small service or teaching. However, once you have reached that point you will also have learned enough to make use of texts more specific, such as Papworth's, Gough & Parker, Boutell's, Debrett's and Woodward's. The Art of Heraldry must be regarded in that context.It is a valuable work for a designer, a novelist or one whose interest in heraldry is more than casual. However, as I said it is not the ultimate book on the subject. Buy it by all means, if you can find a copy. Just be aware that it's only your passport into the realm of heraldry, not citizenship papers for that realm.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Must have Book of Heraldry By M. A. Ramos This is an excellent work of heraldry, covering a vast range of knowledge. Fox-Davies' provides in-depth analysis of the history behind charges used in heraldry, explains many famous devices in heraldry and dispels many common heraldic myths. Included are many figures and color plates that provide vivid examples of both elements and complete coats, and all are explained in detail. This is the book to get if you have an interest in heraldry.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. THE book on British Heraldry By A Customer This is probably the most valuable source-book for British heraldry to have been published, covering nearly all aspects of the art in Britian and giving substantial coverage to continental European heraldry as well. Every serious heraldist should have a copy.
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