Problems place name study von mawer (12 Ergebnisse)

hardback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. hardback, octavo, blue cloth with paper title to spine, cloth unevenly faded, minor splash marking to the upper board, the binding is tight and the text clean and unmarked, xii + 140pp.

Cambridge, 1929. Cloth. xii,140 p.

Zustand: Very Good. 1929. Hardcover. Fine in very good dust wrapper. DW faded and showing soem shelf wear with small nicks to edges. Previous owner's notes in pencil on flaps. Internally, pages lightly toned, text is clear and remains a fine copy. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: Very Good. 1929. Hardcover. Fine in very good dust wrapper. DW faded and showing soem shelf wear with small nicks to edges. Previous owner's notes in pencil on flaps. Internally, pages lightly toned, text is clear and remains a fine copy. . . . .

1st edition. Very good copy in the original cloth with title paper-label to spine. Spine bands and panel edges slightly dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Spine uniformly sun-toned. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description; 140 pp.; 20 cm. Contents; Lecture 1: Racial settlement - Lecture 2: The vocabulary of our forefathers - Lecture 3: Lines of interpretation. Subjects; Names, Geographical Great Britain. English language Etymology Names. 1 Kg.…

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. Originally published in 1929, this book provides a study of the problems and possibilities associated with the study of place names. Num Pages: 154 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; GBGP; HBAH; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 9. Weight in Grams: 18. . 2014. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Zustand: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams, ISBN.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Problems of Place-Name Study' is a seminal investigation into the scientific and historical methods used to interpret the origins and meanings of geographic names. Authored by A. Mawer, a preeminent figure in the study of English nomenclature, this work serves as an essential guide for understanding toponymy as a multidisciplinary endeavor. The text explores the critical intersection of linguistics, philology, and history, demonstrating how the study of names provides invaluable evidence for settlement patterns, social structures, and the movement of peoples across the centuries.The book addresses the inherent difficulties of the field, from identifying corrupted spellings in medieval manuscripts to understanding the complex phonological changes that occur over generations. Mawer advocates for a rigorous, systematic approach, cautioning against amateur folk etymology and emphasizing the need for comprehensive documentation and comparative analysis. By treating place-names as living artifacts of the past, 'Problems of Place-Name Study' reveals the hidden layers of cultural history preserved in the landscape. It remains a vital resource for scholars of English history, historical geography, and etymology, offering profound insights into the linguistic heritage that defines our environment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reissue edition. 140 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Problems of Place-Name Study' is a seminal investigation into the scientific and historical methods used to interpret the origins and meanings of geographic names. Authored by A. Mawer, a preeminent figure in the study of English nomenclature, this work serves as an essential guide for understanding toponymy as a multidisciplinary endeavor. The text explores the critical intersection of linguistics, philology, and history, demonstrating how the study of names provides invaluable evidence for settlement patterns, social structures, and the movement of peoples across the centuries.The book addresses the inherent difficulties of the field, from identifying corrupted spellings in medieval manuscripts to understanding the complex phonological changes that occur over generations. Mawer advocates for a rigorous, systematic approach, cautioning against amateur folk etymology and emphasizing the need for comprehensive documentation and comparative analysis. By treating place-names as living artifacts of the past, 'Problems of Place-Name Study' reveals the hidden layers of cultural history preserved in the landscape. It remains a vital resource for scholars of English history, historical geography, and etymology, offering profound insights into the linguistic heritage that defines our environment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Sir Allen Mawer (1879-1942) was a renowned scholar of place names. Originally published in 1929, this book was based on a course of three lectures delivered by Mawer at King's College, Cambridge under the auspices of the Board of English Studies in the University of London. The text provides a study of the problems and possibilities associated with the study of place names. A detailed index is also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in place names and British history.…