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A Dictionary of London Place-Names (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
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A Dictionary of London Place-Names (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Series: Oxford Quick Reference
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Have you ever wondered where the unusual names of Elephant and
Castle, Grim's Ditch, Soho, and World's End come from? Find out the
linguistic and historical origins of these place-names and discover
their significance in recording English cultural heritage. From
Abbey Road to Canary Wharf and Piccadilly to Whipps Cross, this
authoritative and absorbing dictionary covers the meanings behind
over 1,700 names of places, streets, stations, and areas of London.
The book comprises two main parts: a fascinating introduction,
discussing the chronology and structure of London place-names
following the development of the city from pre-Celtic times to the
present day; and an A-Z of the place-names themselves, giving their
date of first record, origins, and associations. It also features 9
maps of London, a useful glossary of the elements in London
place-names, a select bibliography, and recommended web links. Now
revised and updated to include the latest in names research and to
include new place-names, this remains an excellent reference guide
for local historians and a captivating read for both Londoners and
visitors to the city.
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