| Title | : | Naming Names: Who, What, Where in Irish Names |
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| ISBN | : | 0717131254 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780717131259 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 |
| Publication | : | First published January 1, 2001 |
A discussion of Irish place names, proper names, brand names and nicknames with an A-Z dictionary included.
Naming Names: Who, What, Where in Irish Names Reviews
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A great reference to have, especially for the student of Irish history. Lots of terms from Irish literature, politics and history I hadn't come across before, all very well explained and just the right amount of detail given. Very wry, highly entertaining — the author has a great way with words. A wonderful book to dip in and out of, although I read it through and was quite satisfied by the experience. The introductory chapters give one a great angle on Hiberno-English, the demise of Irish and the Alan Partridge-isation of the new toponymy in Ireland. There is nothing I would find fault with!
