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The Book of the Court, written by William John Thoms in 1844, is a comprehensive guide to the English nobility and gentry. This book provides a detailed history of the English court, including the duties and privileges of various ranks of nobility and gentry. It covers topics such as the organization of the court, the roles of the monarch and their courtiers, and the various ceremonies and rituals associated with court life. Thoms also discusses the social and political significance of the English court, and the ways in which it shaped English society. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the English court and the nobility and gentry who inhabited it.Particularly Of The Great Officers Of State, And Members Of The Royal Household. Including Various Forms Of Court Etiquette, Tables Of Precedency, Rules To Be Observed At Levers And Drawing Rooms, Etc. Also An Introductory Essay On Regal State And Ceremonial, And A Full Account Of The Coronation Ceremony.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.