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World Etymological Map (Atlas of True Names)

The Atlas of True Names reveals the etymological roots, or original meanings, of the familiar terms on today`s map of the World. For instance, where you would normally expect to see the Sahara indicated, the ‘˜Atlas’™ gives you “Sea of Sand”, Arab. es-sahra “desert, sea of sand”. The `True Names` of 1500 cities, countries, rivers, oceans and mountain ranges are displayed on this fascinating map, which includes a comprehensive index of derivations.Etymology is the study of the origin and history of words. For the first time, the ‘˜Atlas of True Names’™ uses etymology to give us an unusual insight into familiar geographical names – with intriguing results……Many geographical names are clearly rooted in Man’™s observation of his natural environment; the physical location of a settlement: ‘œAt the Foot of the Mountain” – Piedmont, the character of an important water course: ‘œThe Gentle One” – The Seine or even just the local vegetation: ‘œUnder the Oaks” – Potsdam.Unsurprisingly, countries and landscapes often derive their names from the characteristics of the people who lived there: ‘œGreat Land of the Tattooed” – Great Britain, whilst local mythology and regional rulers also frequently leave their legacy: ‘œIsle of the Monster’™s Eye” – Peleponnese or ‘œIllustrious Emperor” – Zaragoza.The ‘˜Atlas of True Names’™ restores an element of enchantment to the world we all think we know so well. It takes the reader on a journey into the unknown – a unique exploration of uncharted territory in that familiar place we all know as ‘˜home’™.Take a look at the world through fresh eyes!

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