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Overview"A placename is often much more than just a label. A name may bespeak the history of a nation, the culture of a people, or the hopes of an individual. Such connections are revealed in this very large reference work on placenames of the world, which offers an in-depth look at the origins of each. First published in 1997, this 2006 edition contains 6,000+ entries--natural features such as mountains, rivers and lakes and human entities such as cities and countries. Each entry includes the name of the feature; a brief description and its geographical location; and the origin of the name with relevant historical, biographical and topographical details. Appendices give the meanings of common elements of non-English placenames (e.g., Abu, as in Abu Dhabi, means ""father of""); major placenames in European languages (e.g., Pays-Bas and Paesi Bassi are the French and Italian names, respectively, for what English speakers call the Netherlands); and transcribed Chinese-language equivalents for the names of the world's countries and capitals." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Adrian RoomPublisher: McFarland & Co Inc Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.753kg ISBN: 9780786475254ISBN 10: 0786475250 Pages: 439 Publication Date: 11 March 2013 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational 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 Preface The Placenames Appendix 1: Common Placename Words and Elements Appendix 2: Major Placenames in European Languages Appendix 3: Chinese Names of Countries and Capitals Select BibliographyReviews"""excellent...outstanding""--Booklist; ""highly recommended""--Choice; ""useful...should be in all collections""--ARBA." excellent...outstanding --<i>Booklist</i>; highly recommended --<i>Choice</i>; useful...should be in all collections --<i>ARBA.</i> 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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