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OverviewThis new type of geographical dictionary lists past and present alternate names of more than 7,000 places. It focuses particularly on placenames with official or semiofficial status rather than nicknames or colloquial abbreviations. Alternate placenames are important for historical and geographical reasons, and although they predominate in countries that have undergone wars and invasions, such alternate names can equally well result from political or administrative changes. In addition to the factual data related to each entry, the dictionary also comments on names and their origins where appropriate. Appendices focus on placenames in non-English languages and on places which have been renamed in fictional works. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Adrian RoomPublisher: McFarland & Co Inc Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.626kg ISBN: 9780786437122ISBN 10: 078643712 Pages: 264 Publication Date: 31 July 2009 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsTable of Contents Introduction The Placenames Appendix I: Names of Places in Non-English Languages Appendix II: Fictional Names of Places Select BibliographyReviewsexcellent --Booklist; a valuable resource for those interested in history, geography, or toponymy. Recommended --Choice; a very useful source for researchers and for casual readers --ARBA; helpful...useful --Reference Reviews. Author InformationThe late Adrian Room was a noted toponymist and onomastician. The author of more than 50 reference books about words and names, he lived in Stamford, Lincolnshire, England. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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