Irish Book of Arms Genealogy Heraldry (Hardcover)

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Product Description

The first book to capture both the arms and family history of the old Irish Septs, and the newer 'settler' families from Scotland and England. Documented with Locations, Dates and Sources. The actual Color Coats of Arms and Blazons are included for many of the families, and many others are displayed in black and white exactly as they are found in the old works in the Irish Archives. Seats of power; forfeited arms; Extinct lines; Noble orders; Badges; and Peeresses are included, making this the most complete work of its kind.

About the Author

Michael C. O'Laughlin is the leading author in the field with over 12 hardbound titles in print, as well as the monthly newsletter, 'Irish Families', (since 1978). He also served as president of the Irish Genealogical Foundation and holds a large private library of Irish works. He is the author of the 'Irish Families' series of books, which stand as the largest genealogical collection of its kind.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Irish Genealogical Foundation (January 1, 2001)
• ISBN-10: 0940134861
• ISBN-13: 978-0940134867
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #883,949 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Proven original arms and families from the 1700's onwards!, September 16, 2002

By	M. O'Laughlin "[e-mail]" (The Irish Roots Cafe) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book has salvaged original arms from works as early as the 1700s in Ireland, and ties many of the arms to specific individuals - seldom done in other works. Some originals were from the 1700's, it is no wonder that they are not 'perfectly' glossy. They are very real. Those unfamiliar with the printing process may not understand that ink will fade over the centuries. All the originals have been reproduced exactly as they appeared in the dusty, salvaged volumes in the Irish Archives. Many appear nowhere else in print. Some novices may like arms that have been redrawn by a modern 'artist' in modern colors- this book includes over a hundred of those, but also includes hundreds of orginals that are found in no other work today- which makes it very unique

In addition - genealogy notes which appear nowhere else in print appear in several hundred entries. They name the holder of the arms, the name of father or descendant, and the SOURCE from which the information is taken, i.e. the Peerage of Ireland, The Irish Compendium, etc...dating back to 1722 a.d.. It is, bar none, the largest collection of Irish arms with commentary.

In short, any serious student of Irish heraldry will appreciate this work and its historical context.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Really Good, August 16, 2001

By	Jennifer (Kansas City, KS) - See all my reviews

This book taught me alot. Nothing else explains the old Irish and also the families that settled in Ireland from Scotland, England and Wales etc... It includes the Roll of Arms for Irish septs..circa 1690 and also 300 years of Arms issued in Ireland under the British. Lots more to read, genaology notes can run from one sentence to serveral detailed paragraphs. I recommend it!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Historical Context!!!!, May 8, 2008

By	J. Bock - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book has been so informational! It has helped greatly in my research. Information I havent been able to locate anywhere. This book has captured the arms and family history of the old Irish Septs. As well as the newer families from Scotland and England! I highly recommend!