A revised and updated edition of the lavish reference first published by Orbis in 1981. Presents a comprehensive account of both the heraldic and the genealogical history of all the royal families of Europe from the inception of heraldry in the 11th century to such contemporary royalty as Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Rainier III, and Grace Kelly. Includes some 2,000 four-color coats of arms, as well as pictures of royalty and maps. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.