The Place-Names of Nottinghamshire
Their Origin and Development

Originally published in 1913, this volume provides information on the historical background of place-names in Nottinghamshire.

Heinrich Mutschmann (Author)

9781107665415, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 January 2012

196 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.1 cm, 0.26 kg

Originally published in 1913, this volume provides information on the historical background of place-names in Nottinghamshire. Entries are listed in alphabetical order and vary in length, depending on historical interest or the complexity of their development. Notes are provided on phonology, the principal personal names used in place-names, and words other than personal names used in place-names. Additional material includes an introduction and bibliography. This is a fascinating volume that will be of value to anyone with an interest in British history and the development of toponymy.

Preface
List of abbreviations
Table of phonetic symbols
Introduction
Nottinghamshire place-names (in alphabetical order)
Phonology of Notts place-names
Words other than personal names in the Notts place-names
Appendix. Some of the more frequent suffixes explained
The principal personal names in the Notts place-names
Bibliography.

Subject Areas: Regional geography [RGL]