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Sinopsis
Understand how Irish place names became their English forms and what the names really mean. This nonfiction guide explains how pronunciation shaped spellings when Irish names were written in English, and it clarifies the rules behind anglicising, consonant changes, and common myths about toponyms. It also shows how many names were altered or corrupted as they moved from Irish to English, with practical examples.
The book frames the topic with clear explanations of pronunciation, aspiration, and eclipses, plus a careful look at how letters shift, disappear, or reappear in place-name forms. A generous vocabulary section helps readers connect the sounds to their Irish roots, so you can better read maps, signs, and history with confidence.
- See how the original Irish sounds influence the English spellings you encounter today
- Learn about aspiration, eclipses, and other sound shifts that shape name forms
- Explore common name corruptions and how editors and readers can spot them
- Use a built-in glossary of Irish root words to unlock place-name meanings
Ideal for readers curious about Irish geography, language history, and the origin of familiar place names.
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The book has been written in the hope that it may prove useful, and perhaps not uninteresting, to those who are anxious for information on the subject, but who have not the opportunity of perusing the larger volume.
Soon after the appearance of The Origin and History of Irish Names of Places, I received from correspondents in various parts of Ireland communications more or less valuable on the topo graphy, legends, or antiquities of their respective localities. I take this Opportunity of soliciting further information from those who are able to give it, and who are anxious to assist in the advancement of Irish literature.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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I Have condensed into this little volume a considerable part of the local etymologies contained in "The Origin and History of Irish Names of Places." I have generally selected those names that are best known through the country, and I have thought it better to arrange them in alphabetical order.
The book has been written in the hope that it may prove useful, and perhaps not uninteresting, to those who are anxious for information on the subject, but who have not the opportunity of perusing the larger volume.
Soon after the appearance of "The Origin and History of Irish Names of Places," I received from correspondents in various parts of Ireland communications more or less valuable on the topography, legends, or antiquities of their respective localities. I take this opportunity of soliciting further information from those who are able to give it, and who are anxious to assist in the advancement of Irish literature.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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