Oxford Dictionary of Nicknames
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Book Overview
From the affectionate and humorous to the derogatory and vitriolic, this scintillating collection of nicknames brings together famous people, places, events, and organizations with the nicknames that epitomize them. This brand new dictionary identifies and explains the origins of over 1,800 nicknames from contemporary and historical culture. The coverage is international and ranges from Buffalo Bill to Flo Jo to Dubya and from Silicon Valley to the Nutmeg State.
Arranged alphabetically and including appendices listing groups of nicknames, a General Index, and a Thematic Index, The Oxford Dictionary of Nicknames is perfect browsing material for the general reader and the popular culture buff, and an ideal reference for anyone researching the identity and background of famous figures and places.
Arranged alphabetically and including appendices listing groups of nicknames, a General Index, and a Thematic Index, The Oxford Dictionary of Nicknames is perfect browsing material for the general reader and the popular culture buff, and an ideal reference for anyone researching the identity and background of famous figures and places.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0198605390
ISBN13:9780198605393
Release Date:April 2004
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:229 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.0" x 9.4"
Customer Reviews
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NameFreak
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I love trivia and especially stories and backstories about names, nicknames and the naming process. This book was a lot of fun, but it's hard to remember all the details.
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