The Romance of the Peerage V1: Or Curiosities of Family History is a book written by George L. Craik and published in 1848. The book explores the history of the peerage in England, focusing on the fascinating and often scandalous stories of the families who have held these titles over the centuries. The author delves into the lives of some of the most famous and infamous members of the peerage, including kings, queens, dukes, earls, and barons. He also examines the customs and traditions of the peerage, as well as the ...
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The Romance of the Peerage V1: Or Curiosities of Family History is a book written by George L. Craik and published in 1848. The book explores the history of the peerage in England, focusing on the fascinating and often scandalous stories of the families who have held these titles over the centuries. The author delves into the lives of some of the most famous and infamous members of the peerage, including kings, queens, dukes, earls, and barons. He also examines the customs and traditions of the peerage, as well as the political and social significance of these titles. The book provides a comprehensive and entertaining look at the world of the English aristocracy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, genealogy, or social customs.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.
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