Names on the land

a historical account of place-naming in the United States

Paperback, 432 pages

English language

Published June 17, 2008 by NYRB Classics.

ISBN:
978-1-59017-273-5
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OCLC Number:
176952635

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George R. Stewart’s classic study of place-naming in the United States was written during World War II as a tribute to the varied heritage of the nation’s peoples. More than half a century later, Names on the Land remains the authoritative source on its subject, while Stewart’s intimate knowledge of America and love of anecdote make his book a unique and delightful window on American history and social life.

5 editions

Subjects

  • United States - General
  • History / United States / General
  • History
  • History - U.S.
  • History, Local
  • Names, Geographical
  • United States
  • History: American