Deirdre Flanagan
Irish Place Names
- ISBN 13:
- 9780717133963
- author:
- Deirdre Flanagan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Gill & Macmillan Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13.4 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland, Genealogy, heraldry, names & honours, Personal names, Place names & gazetteers, Ireland, Names, Geographical, Reference / Genealogy, Travel (Great Britain), Local History, Names & Genealogy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Irish Place Names 2nd Edition by Laurence Flanagan provides an in-depth exploration of Ireland's place-name heritage. The guide covers over 3,000 locations, including cities, towns, villages, and geographical features, explaining their origins and derivations. The book is divided into two main sections: a list of root or stem words that form the basis of common Irish place-names, and an exhaustive gazetteer featuring all 3,000 locations with accompanying explanations. This comprehensive resource offers a unique insight into Ireland's linguistic history and cultural identity. For those interested in Irish language, history, or simply seeking to understand the country's rich heritage, this guide is an invaluable resource.
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