Navigate the complex hierarchy of British nobility with authoritative tables of precedence.
This reference explains how the order of precedence is determined for many public ceremonies, from the Sovereign down to commoners and officers. It covers the authorities, statutes, and ancient usages that shape who stands where during state events, and it notes how the Crown, Parliament, and court offices influence placement. The material helps readers understand the framework behind ceremonial rank, without requiring prior legal training.
Ideal for readers of history, law, or ceremonial studies who want a concise guide to ceremonial rank and its authorities.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the detailed order of precedence in Britain from the time of King Richard II to the mid-19th century. This order includes the peerage, clergy, and commoners, extending down to the Knights of the Garter and the younger sons of baronets. The relative precedence was set by statute and royal decree and was generally adhered to in state ceremonies and public functions. This book provides a glimpse into the complex social hierarchy of this era and the various factors that determined an individual's status and position in society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333706333_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781333706333
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781333706333
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