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A Dictionary of Ashkenazic Given Names : Their Origins, Structure, Pronunciations, and Migrations - Hardcover
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The most comprehensive compilation and analysis of Ashkenazic given names ever! This 728-page book identifies more than 15,000 given names derived from just 735 root names. Each root name includes a detailed description of the origin (etymology) of the name, a list of the variant and derivative names displayed in a scheme that reveals how the variants evolved, and references to the more than 15,000 variations of the root names throughout the centuries--some dating back to the 11th century. An index to the 15,000 variations guides you to the proper root name.
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- PublisherAvotaynu
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 1886223122
- ISBN 13 9781886223127
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages682
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition (2001.) Hardcover with dust jacket. 4to with 682 pages. The book is in good condition with creasing to spine, scratches to bottom of spine and very slight shelf wear. Interior is clean and tight. The dust jacket is in very good condition "This book is indispensible for anyone who is interested in the names of their parents, grandparents and other ancestors. Beider provides Hebrew spellings, Yiddish pronunciations and historical background for each name as well as English equivalents. A must have for serious genealogists." Large book may require extra shipping. Tan spine/Black text. #034927 Size: 4to. History / Jewish / Genealogy. Seller Inventory # 034927
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