Proper names of train lines in the Czech Republic 1993–2013
Vlastní jména vlakových spojů (porejonyma) na území ČR v letech 1993–2013
Proper names of train lines in the Czech Republic 1993–2013
Michaela Ficnarová
Unusual in its theme, this comprehensive publication should please not only experts in onomastics but also fans of rail transport. For the first time they can discover detailed linguistic analysis of the names of 357 trains that have crossed the Czech Republic since its constitution till now. The core of the book consists in an extensive dictionary of proper names of train lines where each train connection is accompanied with a table of extra-linguistic factors such as the train category, its number, departure and destination, route and time of operation. Helpful charts and maps are provided at the end.
Masaryk University, Faculty of Arts
262 p., 290 x 205 mm, paperback. ISBN 978-80-210-6337-2
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