Scottish Place-Names: Their Study and Significance by W. F. H. Nicolaisen, published by B. T. Batsford Ltd., London.
An authoritative reference work exploring the origins and meanings of Scotland's place names, written by one of the country's leading experts in onomastics. Nicolaisen examines the linguistic influences that have shaped the Scottish landscape, including Gaelic, Norse, Pictish, Brittonic and Anglo-Saxon place names, providing valuable insight into Scotland's history, language and settlement patterns.
Presented in the original publisher's dust jacket featuring an early map of Scotland, this remains an indispensable reference for local historians, genealogists, archaeologists and anyone with an interest in Scotland's rich linguistic heritage.
Key Information
- Title: Scottish Place-Names: Their Study and Significance
- Author: W. F. H. Nicolaisen
- Publisher: B. T. Batsford Ltd.
- Place of Publication: London
- Binding: Blue cloth boards with original dust jacket
- Language: English
- Subject: Scottish history, linguistics, etymology and local history
Condition Report
- Original dust jacket in very good condition with light shelf wear.
- Blue cloth boards remain clean and well preserved.
- Binding is firm and square.
- Internally clean with bright pages and no obvious annotations or inscriptions.
- A very tidy copy suitable for both reference and collection.