A Genealogical and Heraldic History of the Commoners of Great Britain and Ireland, Enjoying Territorial Possessions Or High Official Rank: But Uninvested With Heritable Honours; Volume 1

""A Genealogical and Heraldic Dictionary of the Landed Gentry V1, A to L: of Great Britain and Ireland"" is a comprehensive reference book written by John Burke and first published in 1847. The book provides a detailed account of the genealogy and heraldry of the landed gentry of Great Britain and Ireland. It is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering surnames from A to L, and the second volume covering surnames from M to Z. The book includes information on the origins of each family, their coat of arms, and their estates. The author also provides details on the marriages, children, and notable achievements of each family member. The book is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of the landed gentry in Great Britain and Ireland. Overall, ""A Genealogical and Heraldic Dictionary of the Landed Gentry V1, A to L: of Great Britain and Ireland"" is a comprehensive and detailed reference book that provides fascinating insights into the history of the landed gentry in Great Britain and Ireland.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.