Oujda, Zagora, Taza, Lalla Takerkoust, Ahermoumou, Al Hoceima…
What is the origin of the names of Morocco’s cities and villages? What do they tell us about history, geography, languages, lifestyles, mindsets, the memory of past events, and the cultural foundations of present and past civilizations?
Place names confirm their role as witnesses to diversity. They provide insight into the peoples whose languages and cultures have intertwined, leading to surprising consequences in terms of hybridization from antiquity to the present day.
Presented in the practical format of a dictionary, this book draws from an extensive and varied corpus, offering key perspectives for understanding Morocco’s history through the lens of toponymy.
With over 460 entries, it covers all regions of the country, with significant links to other Maghreb countries and beyond. Combining history, etymology, and ethnology, it also includes unpublished anecdotes and captivating mythical stories.
