Ataviae Regiae is a historical and genealogical work written by Egerton Brydges in 1820. The book focuses on the ancestry of the Brydges family, tracing their lineage back to the ancient Roman Empire and the royal houses of Europe. Brydges draws on a variety of sources, including medieval chronicles, legal documents, and family records, to construct a detailed and comprehensive account of his family's history. Along the way, he provides insights into...