This study of aristocracy in England, Wales and Scotland relates developments in the aristocracies in all three countries from 1000-1300. The author examines the material manifestations of aristocracy rather than looking at institutions and charter-attestations. The first part of the book is about hereditary titles including those of earl and prince, expanding on the social styles of baron, knight and squire. The second part of the book focuses on aristocratic insignia and behaviour, including chapters on heraldry, material attributes such as coronets and sceptres, the aristocratic household,...