9781024051544 - First General List of African Names (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - First General List of African Names, compiled by the Permanent Committee on Geographical Names for British Official Use and published in 1926, offers a valuable snapshot of geographical nomenclature as understood and standardized during the early 20th century. This meticulously researched list provides spellings and standardized forms of place names across the African continent, reflecting the conventions and priorities of British cartography and administration at the time. As a historical document, â??First General List of African Namesâ? illuminates the processes through which geographical knowledge was codified and disseminated, offering insights into colonial-era perspectives on African geography and language. It serves as a vital resource for researchers studying the history of cartography, colonial administration, and the evolution of place names in Africa.