This dictionary of Leicestershire and Rutland place-names examines their origins and meanings. It includes not only towns, villages and hamlets, but also rivers, streams, hills, fields and woods, as well as streets, buildings and public houses. A comprehensive description of the origin and evolution of each name is given, bringing to life the history of the place in a new and remarkably revealing way. Few are aware of the background of the names that are part of our everyday language, and Anthony Poulton-Smith uncovers this ...
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This dictionary of Leicestershire and Rutland place-names examines their origins and meanings. It includes not only towns, villages and hamlets, but also rivers, streams, hills, fields and woods, as well as streets, buildings and public houses. A comprehensive description of the origin and evolution of each name is given, bringing to life the history of the place in a new and remarkably revealing way. Few are aware of the background of the names that are part of our everyday language, and Anthony Poulton-Smith uncovers this aspect of Leicestershire and Rutland's rich history to great effect.
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New. A dictionary of Leicestershire and Rutland place-names. It examines their origins and meanings. It includes not only towns, villages and hamlets, but also rivers, streams, hills, fields and woods, as well as streets, buildings and public houses. It gives a comprehensive description of the origin and evolution of these names. Num Pages: 160 pages, 50 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEML; 1DBKEMR; GBGP; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 12. Weight in Grams: 380. 2008. Paperback.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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