Les Noms de famille et leurs secrets

Synopsis of Les Noms de famille et leurs secrets

«Les Noms de famille et leurs secrets» is the historical essay by Jean-Louis Beaucarnot, published by Robert Laffont in paperback (355 pages, in French).

The author explores the origin and meaning of surnames through genealogy: how they were formed, in what context they emerged, and what impact they have on everyday life. The cover anticipates one of its key insights: many surnames come from trades such as butcher, tailor, mason, or charcoal burner.

The edition dates from 1988 and falls under the category of History. In the Dewey classification it corresponds to 920: general biography and genealogy.

For enthusiasts of family history and surnames, and for readers curious about trades and French society.