Publisher's Synopsis
An Explanatory and Pronouncing Dictionary of the Noted Names of Fiction is a reference book written by William Adolphus Wheeler in 1872. The book is designed to provide readers with a comprehensive guide to the names of characters found in popular works of fiction. The dictionary includes explanations of the origins and meanings of these names, as well as their proper pronunciation. The book covers a wide range of literary works, including novels, plays, and poems, from a variety of time periods and genres. This dictionary is an essential resource for anyone interested in literature and looking to expand their knowledge of fictional characters.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.
