Manual Of Geographical Pronunciation (1858)

The Manual Of Geographical Pronunciation is a book written by Alexander Frederic Foster in 1858. This book is a comprehensive guide to the correct pronunciation of geographical names from around the world. It covers the pronunciation of names of countries, cities, rivers, mountains, and other geographical features. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the principles of pronunciation and the second part containing a list of names and their correct pronunciation. The author provides a detailed explanation of the principles of pronunciation, including the use of diacritical marks, the pronunciation of vowels and consonants, and the stress patterns of words. The second part of the book provides a comprehensive list of geographical names from around the world, including their correct pronunciation, etymology, and other relevant information. This book is an essential reference for anyone interested in geography, linguistics, or history, and it remains a valuable resource for scholars and researchers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.