Understanding Allonyms: Examples and Definitions
Discover what an allonym is and view an example from literature in this informative Q&A video.
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An example of an allonym is the novel ‘The Red and the Black’ published under the name ‘M. de Stendhal,’ while the actual author is Marie-Henri Beyle. An allonym is a pen name where the name used is that of another person, either real or fictitious.
FAQs & Answers
- What is an allonym? An allonym is a pen name used by an author, which is the name of another person, either real or fictitious.
- Can you provide a famous example of an allonym? A well-known example of an allonym is the novel 'The Red and the Black,' published under the name 'M. de Stendhal', while the real author is Marie-Henri Beyle.
- How does an allonym differ from a pseudonym? An allonym is a name taken from an existing person, while a pseudonym is a fictitious name created by the author.
- Are allonyms commonly used in literature? Allonyms are less common than pseudonyms, but they do appear in literature, often as a way to attribute work to a different identity.