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Place Names in the Landscape: The Geographical Roots of Britain's Place-names

Place Names in the Landscape: The Geographical Roots of Britain's Place-names

by Margaret Gelling (Author)

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    Paperback 2000

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Synopsis

The definitive study of British place-names by which Margeret Gelling rediscovers a past missing from the history books: invasions, the movements of whole peoples, the changing uses of land: ever place tells its own story.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 336
 Edition: New
 Publisher: W&N
Published: 21 Sep 2000
ISBN 10: 1842122649
ISBN 13: 9781842122648
Book Overview: Broadens our understanding of history, language and tradition Illuminates the rich heritage of Britain's place-names and how they relate to the nation's history

Author Bio
Dr Margaret Gelling has been engaged in place-name research since 1946 when she was appointed research assistant to the English Place-Name Society. She is now president of the English Place-Name Society.