The Origin And History Of Irish Names Of Places

von P. W. Joyce

592 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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""The Origin And History Of Irish Names Of Places"" is a comprehensive exploration of the etymology and evolution of Irish place names, written by P. W. Joyce. The book covers the origins of names from prehistoric times to the present day, including the influence of the Celts, Vikings, and Normans on Irish place names. Joyce provides detailed explanations of the linguistic elements that make up Irish place names, such as prefixes, suffixes, and root words. He also delves into the historical and cultural significance of many of these names, including their connections to mythological tales and historical events. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Irish history, language, and culture, as well as for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of place naming.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.

• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Heimatkunde, Familiengeschichte, Nostalgie Heimatkunde
• ISBN: 9781425495619
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 05.05.2006
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC