ix, 148 pages : 19 cm

The study of names -- Geographical names -- English geographical names -- Occidental names -- Foreign names -- Systems of writing -- Alphabetical script -- Syllabic script -- Logographic script -- Combined systems -- Transformation of systems -- Transliteration -- Transcription -- Conversion -- The identification of places -- English usage -- The giving of names -- Authority for names -- The writing of names -- The recording of names -- Correction of names -- Pronunciation of names -- Listing of names -- Procedure recommended -- International usage -- Romanization -- Regional romanization -- The possibilities -- Authorities (other than those mentioned in the text)

Includes bibliographical references (pages 113-128)

committed to retain 20170930

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