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Names And Their Meaning: A Book For The Curious (1891)

Names And Their Meaning: A Book For The Curious (1891)

Wagner, Leopold

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ISBN10: 1165430738
ISBN13: 9781165430734
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 330
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Names And Their Meaning: A Book For The Curious is a fascinating and informative book written by Leopold Wagner in 1891. The book explores the origins and meanings of various names, from common first names to surnames and place names. Wagner delves into the historical, linguistic, and cultural contexts behind each name, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the significance and symbolism attached to them. He also discusses the various factors that can influence the choice of a name, such as family traditions, cultural beliefs, and social trends.The book is divided into chapters based on different categories of names, including biblical names, mythological names, royal names, and occupational names. Each chapter includes a detailed analysis of the names within that category, as well as examples of famous individuals who bear those names.Throughout the book, Wagner's writing is engaging and accessible, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the history and meaning of names. Names And Their Meaning is a timeless resource that continues to be relevant and informative today, offering a unique perspective on the significance of names in our lives and cultures.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.

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