Latvian surnames according to archive materials. Latgale

This book contains all the surnames of latvians from the Latgaleregion.In the introductionpart of the book you will find a general description of thesesurnames as well as their historical roots and connections tospecific places in the region. The general part of the book containsa dictionary of approximately 4000 surnames that show up in the1935. Population census.A brief descriptionof the origin for each surname and their mention in historicaldocuments is also provided.This book is intended for use by researchers of the cultural historyof Latgale as well as regular readers and enthusiasts.