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A Handbook Of Scandinavian Names
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Are You Looking For A Scandinavian Name For Your Baby? The Names Of Norse Gods And Heroes? The History And Meaning Of Scandinavian First Names? Variations And Alternate Spellings For Common Scandinavian Names? Naming Traditions And Customs In Norway, Sweden, And Denmark?A Handbook Of Scandinavian Names Includes A Dictionary Of More Than Fifteen Hundred Given Names From Norway, Sweden, And Denmark, Plus Some From Iceland And Finland. Each Entry Provides A Guide To Pronunciation And The Origin And Meaning Of The Name. Many Entries Also Include Variations And Usage In The Scandinavian Countries And Famous Bearers Of The Name.Adding Engaging Context To The Dictionary Section Is An Extensive Comparative Guide To Naming Practices. The Authors Discuss Immigration To North America From Scandinavia And The Ways Given Names And Surnames Were Adapted In The New World. Also Included In The Book Is A History Of Scandinavian Names, Information On Name Days, And Discussion Of Significant Names From Mythology And History, Including Naming Traditions In Royal Families.Winner, Reference Book Of The Year, Midwest Book Awardsfinalist, Usa Best Books Award For Parenting/Family Reference
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Handbook of Scandinavian Names' about? A: This book serves as a comprehensive guide to Scandinavian names, featuring over fifteen hundred names from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and some from Iceland and Finland. It provides pronunciation guides, origins, meanings, and variations of names.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Handbook of Scandinavian Names' is Nancy L. Coleman.
- Q: What type of information can I find in this book? A: In addition to name meanings and pronunciations, the book includes historical context on naming practices, variations, alternate spellings, and insights into naming traditions in Scandinavian countries.
- Q: Is this book suitable for parents looking for baby names? A: Yes, the book is ideal for parents seeking Scandinavian names for their babies, offering a rich selection and detailed explanations of each name.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 195 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A Handbook of Scandinavian Names' published? A: The book was published on December 9, 2010.
- Q: Does the book cover naming traditions in specific Scandinavian countries? A: Yes, it discusses naming traditions and customs in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, along with variations found in other Nordic countries.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: The book was awarded Reference Book of the Year by the Midwest Book Awards and was a finalist for the USA Best Books Award in the Parenting/Family Reference category.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding name days in Scandinavian culture? A: Yes, it includes information on name days, which are significant in Scandinavian naming traditions.