Publisher's Synopsis
""Place-Names of Scotland"" is a comprehensive guide to the origins and meanings of the names of towns, villages, and other locations throughout Scotland. Written by James Brown Johnston, this book explores the linguistic and historical roots of Scottish place-names, tracing their development from ancient Gaelic, Norse, and Anglo-Saxon languages to the modern Scots tongue. The book covers everything from the largest cities to the smallest hamlets, and includes detailed maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the locations and understand their significance. Whether you're a history buff, a linguistics enthusiast, or simply curious about the origins of the places you know and love in Scotland, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of this beautiful country.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.
