A Complete Guide to Heraldry

"A Complete Guide to Heraldry" by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies is an informational book about the rules and history of coats of arms. It explains where they came from, what they mean, and how heralds used them. The book argues that heraldry, which is more than just the pictures on shields, still matters today and includes traditions and family history. The book starts by explaining the difference between armory, which is the symbols on the shields, and heraldry, which is the bigger picture of ceremonies and family trees. The author believes that armory is not stuck in the past but is still changing and up-to-date. The book says that while old traditions are important, the rules of armory need to keep up with how society changes.