English Surnames

English Surnames An Essay On Family Nomenclature, Historical, Etymological And Humorous

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English Surnames: An Essay On Family Nomenclature, Historical, Etymological And Humorous by Mark Antony Lower is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and meanings behind English surnames. The author delves into the historical and cultural background of surnames, examining how they developed and evolved over time. He also explores the etymology of various surnames, tracing their linguistic roots and providing insights into their meanings. In addition to his serious scholarship, Lower also injects a healthy dose of humor into his writing, making the book both informative and entertaining. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in genealogy, linguistics, or the history of English culture.This Book Contains Both Volumes One and Two.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781432625313
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 929.6
Language: English
Number of pages: 580
Weight: 1018g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 36mm