The Place-Names of Northumberland and Durham

Originally published in 1920, this volume provides information on the historical background of place-names in County Durham and Northumberland.

Allen Mawer (Author)

9781107608344, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 January 2012

310 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.8 cm, 0.4 kg

Originally published in 1920, this volume provides information on the historical background of place-names in County Durham and Northumberland. The text was compiled by Allen Mawer (1879–1942), who was instrumental in the foundation of the English Place-Name Society. Entries are listed in alphabetical order and vary in length, depending on historical interest or the complexity of their development. Notes are provided on elements found as the second part of place-names or used by themselves, and personal names found as the first element in place-names. Additionally, the text contains an introduction, bibliography and information relating to phonology. This is a fascinating volume that will be of value to anyone with an interest in British history and the development of toponymy.

Preface
Introduction
Notes on names in -ing
Bibliography (with abbreviated references)
Abbreviations
Symbols used in phonetic script
Part I. Place Names of Northumberland and Durham in Alphabetical Order, With the Older Forms, and Explanation and Discussion of their Meaning and History
Part II. Elements Found as the Second Part of Place-Names or Used by Themselves
Part III. Personal Names Found as the First Element in Place-Names
Phonology
Appendix. Change of suffixes in place-names
Addenda.

Subject Areas: Regional geography [RGL]