Publisher's Synopsis
""Place-Names of Scotland"" by James Brown Johnston is a comprehensive guide to the origins and meanings of the names of towns, cities, villages, mountains, rivers, and other landmarks in Scotland. The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing a detailed explanation of the name's history, etymology, and cultural significance. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including Gaelic, Norse, and Anglo-Saxon languages, as well as historical records and folklore. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the locations and features described. ""Place-Names of Scotland"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, language, and culture, and is a must-have for scholars, researchers, and travelers 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.
