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Title: The Romance of Names
Note: Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jon Richfield
Summary: "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.)
Author: Weekley, Ernest, 1865-1954
EBook No.: 24374
Published: Jan 20, 2008
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: Names, Personal -- English
LoCC: History: Genealogy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Romance of Names
Note: Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jon Richfield
Summary: "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.)
Author: Weekley, Ernest, 1865-1954
EBook No.: 24374
Published: Jan 20, 2008
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: Names, Personal -- English
LoCC: History: Genealogy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.