An Explanatory and Pronouncing Dictionary of the Noted Names of Fiction: Including Also Familiar Pseudonyms, Surnames Bestowed on Eminent Men, and ... Literature and Conversation (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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The author of this volume contributed to the edition of Webster sQ uarto Dictionary published in 1864 aV ocabulary of theN ames of Noted Fictitious Persons and Places; but the present work, though based on that Vocabulary, embraces a wider range of subjects, contains nearly seventeen hundred new articles, besides important modifications of many of the others, and is furnished with an orthoepical I ntroduction, and an Index of the real names of persons, places, c, whose nicknames, pseudonyms, or popular appellations, are given in the body of the book. Notwithstanding the great pains that has been taken to secure fullness and minute accuracy, there are undoubtedly some errors and numerous omissions; but no more of either, it is hoped, than are inseparable from a work of such multiplicity. And although a casual examination or closer scrutiny may bring to light defects of both kinds, it may still be affirmed, that, with respect to a very large class of names, there can nowhere else be found in a collective form an equal amount and variety of information. The main design of the work is to explain, as far as practicable, the allusions which occur in modern standard literature to noted fictitious persons and places, whether mythological or not For this reason, the plan is almost entirely restricted to proper names, or such as designate individual persons, places, or things. The introduction of appellative or generic names, such as abbot of unreason, lord of misrule, hobold, c., as well as the explanation of celebrated customs and phrases, such as flap-dragon, ninemeiC s-morrice, philosophy of the Porch, to send to Coventry, to carry coals toN ewcastle, Sec.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a collection of famous names from folklore, literature, and myth. The author has drawn from a wide range of cultures and time periods to present a comprehensive overview of the fictional and legendary characters that have shaped our collective imagination. The entries are arranged alphabetically and provide detailed descriptions, etymologies, and examples of the characters' appearances in various works of literature. The author's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this an invaluable resource for scholars, writers, and anyone interested in the origins and enduring appeal of these iconic figures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332601103_0
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