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Place Names
Richard R. Randall
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Description for Place Names
Hardback. This book provides a comprehensive review of the dynamic field of geographical naming through the eyes of an expert. It is a vital addition to any library's collection of up-to-date research materials. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GBGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 435.
Geographic features are relatively stable—but their names are not. This fact has been brought home with the advent of television, the Internet, and other technological advancements. Randall has drawn upon his global knowledge of geographic names accumulated by professional experiences in the fields of geography and cartography followed by a career with the U.S. Board on Geographic Names, creating a comprehensive study of place names from a variety of perspectives. He discusses how place names influence many aspects of people's lives and shape the way people view the world around them, from a broad look at large countries to ... Read more
Geographic features are relatively stable—but their names are not. This fact has been brought home with the advent of television, the Internet, and other technological advancements. Randall has drawn upon his global knowledge of geographic names accumulated by professional experiences in the fields of geography and cartography followed by a career with the U.S. Board on Geographic Names, creating a comprehensive study of place names from a variety of perspectives. He discusses how place names influence many aspects of people's lives and shape the way people view the world around them, from a broad look at large countries to ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810839069
SKU
V9780810839069
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
About Richard R. Randall
Richard R. Randall retired from his position as Executive Secretary of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names in 1993, after holding the position for twenty years. His interest in geography and place names stems to a significant degree from his middle name, Rainier; he is related to Admiral Peter Rainier, for whom Mt. Rainier was named.
Reviews for Place Names
Written by a geographer who was executive secretary of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN) for 20 years, this book serves as a useful introduction to naming conventions, sources, and disputes.
Zentralblatt für Geologie und Paläontologie
Richard Randall has written a very valuable and readable review about international toponymy...It is a worthy addition to both public libraries ... Read more
Zentralblatt für Geologie und Paläontologie
Richard Randall has written a very valuable and readable review about international toponymy...It is a worthy addition to both public libraries ... Read more