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A Dictionary of Pseudonyms and Their Origins, with Stories of Name Changes, 3rd Edition
This greatly expanded and completely updated version of our highly acclaimed title ("very useful" -RQ; "deserves a place in any collection of serious onomastic works"-Verbatim) gives the changed names of over 8,000 people (up from 4,000 in the earlier edition) who have "made a name for themselves." Arranged by pseudonym, the entries give the true name, vital dates, country of origin or settlement, and profession. Many entries include the story behind the person's name change. Seven introductory chapters offer an enlightening look at the various aspects of names and pseudonyms, including such topics as "Names for a Living," "Invented Names" and "Why Another Name?" Fully indexed..
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