Place names of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight b Alfred Oscroft (Second Hand)

A fascinating and substantial reference work exploring the origins and meanings of place-names throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Place-Names of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight by Alfred Oscroft provides a valuable resource for family and local historians interested in understanding the history behind the towns, villages and other places encountered during their research. The book examines the development and meaning of local place-names, helping to provide historical and geographical context to the communities in which our ancestors lived. Particularly relevant to anyone researching Hampshire or Isle of Wight families, it is a useful addition to the family historian’s reference shelf and will also appeal to readers with a wider interest in the history and heritage of the area.

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