The Romance of Names by Ernest Weekley
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"The Romance of Names" by Ernest Weekley is a scholarly work that explores the origins of surnames, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the complexities of how names are formed, their meanings, and the historical context that has shaped personal and family names over time. It aims to illuminate the intricate etymology behind common surnames and foster a deeper understanding of their significance in society. The opening of
the book sets the stage for an in-depth study of surnames, highlighting the dual challenges of simplicity and difficulty encountered in this field. Weekley discusses how surnames have emerged from various sources including personal names, local geography, occupations, and nicknames, while also addressing the issues related to the phonetic variations and historical spelling changes. He previews the examination of medieval name lists which will follow, inviting the reader to engage with the linguistic evolution and cultural influences that play a critical role in the development of names throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Weekley, Ernest, 1865-1954 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Romance of Names |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jon Richfield |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CS: History: Genealogy |
| Subject | Names, Personal -- English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24374 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24374-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 20, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1186 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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