A Dictionary of English Place-names by A. D. Mills (Hardcover, 1991)

This dictionary is written for the general reader, tourist or local historian with an interest in the origins of English place-names. It contains over 12,000 entries, comprising place-name, county, earliest spelling and date, the meaning of the name and its etymology. Included are modern and topical names, such as Sellafield, Peterlee and Strangeways, names of rivers, new and old county names and regional names. There is also a glossary giving a range of meanings and showing their historical development.\n\nWe are sure that you will be delighted with your purchase.\n\nHowever, in the event that an issue may arise, please do not hesitate to contact us before leaving negative feedback, as we will always look to resolve any issues for you.\n\nAs the items we sell are in a used condition, we pride ourselves on grading them as accurately as possible.\n\nAs an added quality check, we photograph all of our items, AND THE ITEM YOU SEE IN THE PHOTOGRAPH IS THE ITEM THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE.