Discovering Place-Names Their Origins and Meanings

Field, John

ISBN 10: 0747806179 / ISBN 13: 9780747806172

Editore: Shire Publications Ltd - 4th Edition, 2005

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Paperback in Fine condition. Not Inscribed. Small Format. 72 Pages. This book explains the meanings of more than 1,500 place names from across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales and the Isle of Man. In accessible, lively language the author briefly discusses a wide selection of names and counties, towns, villages, rivers, forests and hills. Interpretations are offered against the background of historical events and cultural developments. Names introduced or revived as a result of local government reorganisation are also considered. This book includes a comprehensive index and a glossary of terms. Codice articolo 32855

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Titolo: Discovering Place-Names Their Origins and ...

Casa editrice: Shire Publications Ltd - 4th Edition

Data di pubblicazione: 2005

Legatura: Brossura

Illustratore: Gelling, Margaret

Edizione: quarta edizione

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Explains the meanings of more than 1500 place-names and discusses the techniques by which this information is obtained.

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Book by Field John