Abstract
Taking the oldest city directories of Dresden as an example, the article wants to draw the onomasticians’ attention to a special kind of research sources which has been largely ignored thus far. Initial analyses of selected linguistic and onomastic items show that due to the digital accessibility of these corpora more detailed knowledge, mainly concerning the development of personal names in the 18th and 19th centuries, should be possible.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
