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What's in a surname by David McKie (second Hand)
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What’s in a Surname? by David McKie is a lively exploration of the origins, meanings, and stories behind family names. With wit and historical insight, McKie traces how surnames emerged, evolved, and sometimes disappeared, uncovering the social, cultural, and regional forces that shaped them. From occupational and locational names to nicknames and patronymics, the book reveals how identity and heritage are encoded in everyday words. For genealogists, historians, and collectors, it is both a practical reference and an entertaining read, offering a fresh perspective on the ties between language, lineage, and memory.
ISBN : 9781847946942