Warwickshire Place Names (1912)

Warwickshire Place Names is a book written by William Henry Duignan and first published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive guide to the origins and meanings of place names in the English county of Warwickshire. It covers the history and etymology of over 1,500 place names in the county, including towns, villages, hamlets, and other settlements. Duignan's research draws on a range of sources, including medieval charters, historical records, and linguistic analysis. He provides detailed explanations of the origins of many place names, tracing their roots back to Old English, Old Norse, and other languages. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the locations and features of the places discussed. Warwickshire Place Names is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of Warwickshire, as well as for scholars of linguistics and toponymy. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an engaging read for both specialists and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.