Irish Local Names Explained (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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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

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