Debrett's Complete Peerage Of The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Ireland V2 (1838)

Debrett's Complete Peerage of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland V2 (1838) is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed account of the peerage system in the United Kingdom. The book, authored by William Courthope, is a second volume that covers the period from the reign of King Henry VIII to the early 19th century. The book includes information on the history and genealogy of the nobility, including their titles, estates, and family connections. It also provides details on their political and social influence, as well as their contributions to the arts, sciences, and other fields.The volume covers a wide range of topics related to the peerage system, including the creation and extinction of titles, the rights and privileges of peers, and the role of the House of Lords in the British political system. It also includes detailed biographical information on hundreds of individuals who held peerage titles during the period covered by the book.Overall, Debrett's Complete Peerage of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland V2 (1838) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the British nobility, as well as for researchers and scholars studying the political and social history of the United Kingdom.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.