*review copy*
Royal Seals: Images of Power and Majesty introduces us to the seals of the English, Scottish and British royals, and also includes some ecclesiastic and noble seals, in cooperation with The National Archives.
I was a little apprehensive when I began to read this book, simply because I thought it wouldn’t be anything for me. But I am glad to say that I was completely wrong and was pleasantly surprised by this book. Admittedly there aren’t a lot of female royal seals, if only because there simply haven’t been that many Queens regnant. However, the book is filled with wonderful high-quality images of about as many (royal) seals as could be found, it seems. And that is what makes this book truly pop. Don’t get me wrong, the text is entirely factual and interesting, but the images are by far the best part.
So, if you’re looking to go a bit out of your royal comfort zone, this is the book for you. Get lost in the images of power and symbolism.
Royal Seals: Images of Power and Majesty by Paul Dryburgh is available now in the US and the UK.
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