9780282910839 - De la Fausse Noblesse en France (Classic Reprint) von Biston, Pierre (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth examination of the concept of false nobility in France from the 15th century to the present, drawing on historical evidence and legal documents. The author traces the evolution of the French nobility, from its origins in military service and landownership to its transformation into an honorific distinction. The book challenges the prevalent misconception that the use of aristocratic titles and particles could confer nobility on non-noble individuals. Through a thorough analysis of royal edicts, judicial rulings, and historical records, the author demonstrates that true nobility was inextricably tied to the possession of a title, typically that of chevalier or ecuyer, and could only be legally acquired through military service, royal grant, or the purchase of an office that carried noble status. The author highlights the distinction between the legitimate nobility and the "false nobility" that emerged as a result of the usurpation of titles and the adoption of aristocratic names by non-noble individuals. This phenomenon, particularly prevalent in the late 18th and 19th centuries, was fueled by societal vanity and a desire to imitate the privileges and status of the true nobility. The book concludes by emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between legitimate and false nobility to preserve the integrity and historical significance of the institution of nobility in France. 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.