Phrases and Names, Their Origins and Meanings
"Phrases and Names, Their Origins and Meanings" by Trench H. Johnson is an encyclopedic reference written in the early 20th century. This work explores the etymology and historical significance of various phrases and place names, providing insights into their origins and meanings. The book is particularly valuable for readers interested in linguistics, cultural history, and the evolution of language in contemporary society. The opening of the text presents Johnson's intent to clarify the origins of numerous everyday terms and proper nouns, highlighting the lack of a similar work at the time. He emphasizes a commitment to plain facts over embellishments, aiming to create a resource that satisfies curiosity about language and history. In this introduction, Johnson addresses the fascination with the meanings behind names, places, and common expressions, suggesting that these terms offer a window into the cultural and historical contexts from which they arise.
Related Subjects
Related books
Fifteen Thousand Useful Phrases A Practical Handbook Of Pertinent Expressions, Striking Similes, Literary, Commercial, Conversational, And Oratorical Terms, For The Embellishment Of Speech And Literature, And The Improvement Of The Vocabulary Of Those Persons Who Read, Write, And Speak English
Grenville Kleiser
A military dictionary : $b or, Explanation of the several systems of discipline of different kinds of troops, infantry, artillery, and cavalry: the principles of fortification, and all the modern improvements in the science of tactics: comprising the pocket gunner, or little bombardier, the military regulations of the United States: the weights, measures, and monies of all nations: the technical terms and phrases of the art of war in the French language: particularly adapted to the use of the military institutions of the United States
William Duane
A Military Dictionary and Gazetteer Comprising ancient and modern military technical terms, historical accounts of all North American Indians, as well as ancient warlike tribes; also notices of battles from the earliest period to the present time, with a concise explanation of terms used in heraldry and the offices thereof. The work also gives valuable geographical information. Compiled from the best authorities of all nations. With an appendix containing the Articles of war, etc.
Thomas Wilhelm