1st Edition

The Origin of English Place-Names

By P. H. Reaney Copyright 1960
290 Pages
by Routledge

290 Pages
by Routledge

First published in 1960, The Origin of English Place -Names by P. H. Reaney is a comprehensive exploration of the fascinating history and etymology behind the names of towns, villages, and landmarks across England. This seminal work delves into the linguistic, cultural, and historical influences that have shaped English place names over centuries. From the impact of Celtic, Anglo-Saxon,... Read more

Preface Abbreviations 1. Introductory 2. Methods of Place-Name Study 3 Dialect and Place-Names 4. Personal Names and Place-Names 5. The Celtic Element 6. The English Element 7. The Scandinavian Element 8. The French Element 9. Latin Influence 10. Field-Names 11. Street-Names For Further Reading Index of Subjects Index of Place-Names

Biography

Percy Hide Reaney