Initials and Pseudonyms: A Dictionary of Literary Disguises is a reference book written by William Cushing and first published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the pseudonyms and initials used by authors in their literary works. It includes entries for over 10,000 pseudonyms and initials used by writers from different periods and countries, including English, American, French, and German authors. The book is organized alphabetically by the pseudonym or initials, and each entry provides information on the author's real name, the works in which the pseudonym was used, and any other relevant information about the author or the pseudonym. The book is an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in the history of literature and the use of pseudonyms in the literary world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.