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    What's in an English Place-name?: A History of England in its Place-Names: A History of English Names, #2
    What's in Your First Name? Our Personal Names, their History and Evolution in Britain: A History of English Names, #3
    What's in your Surname?: A History of English Surnames: A History of English Names, #1
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    A History of English Names Series

    By William Lewis

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    About this series

    DISCOVER THE HISTORY BEHIND ENGLISH FIRST NAMES AND HOW THEY EVOLVED
    First names are steeped in history and culture and have much to tell us about our ancestors, their lives and beliefs. Not only can parental choice be influenced by tradition and family but also by fashion.
    In the 20th century new names have arisen through the media of radio, television and films. The bestselling author WILLIAM LEWIS uncovers the origins and development of first names in Britain.
    This unique insight takes the reader from the names of ancient Britons in Roman times through to the modern day and the cult of the celebrity. From Aaron to Zoe 'What's in your First Name' discusses the history of over 1,500 names in common use in English, including the very latest names as well as those dating back over 2,000 years.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBrazen Head
    Release dateNov 30, 2018
    What's in an English Place-name?: A History of England in its Place-Names: A History of English Names, #2
    What's in Your First Name? Our Personal Names, their History and Evolution in Britain: A History of English Names, #3
    What's in your Surname?: A History of English Surnames: A History of English Names, #1

    Titles in the series (3)

    • 1

      What's in your Surname?: A History of English Surnames: A History of English Names, #1
      What's in your Surname?: A History of English Surnames: A History of English Names, #1

      What's in your Surname?: A History of English Surnames: A History of English Names, #1

      William Lewis
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      Have you ever thought about your own surname? Wondered about the stories behind them, especially if they are unusual? This Amazon NUMBER 1 BESTSELLING BOOK (Genealogy) tells the engaging story of when our surnames first came into use, why they were necessary and how people acquired them. After spending decades writing and researching the history of names, William Lewis presents in 'What's in your Surname?' a journey through the quite diverse origins of English surnames citing hundreds of examples along the way. On this engaging journey you will discover the origin of last names, from disparaging nicknames to saints' names and how history has shaped the creation of and evolution of surnames. There have been many books with surnames as their theme: dictionaries of surnames, books about unusual surnames, heraldry, researching family history and so forth, but very few look at British history solely through surnames. From Baker, Barratt and Bell through to Belcher, Blanchflower and Bugg, William Lewis covers the history of commonplace and exotic surnames in equal measure. A joy to read whether cover-to-cover or dipped into as a treasury of sources, 'What's in your Surname?' offers an engaging, vivid and revealing historical portrait of English surnames - and the unique and diverse places from whence they came. Read 'What's in your Surname?' today to discover the fascinating origins of hundreds of English surnames . . .

      Have you ever thought about your own surname? Wondered about the stories behind them, especially if they are unusual? This Amazon NUMBER 1 BESTSELLING BOOK (Genealogy) tells the engaging story of when our surnames first came into use, why they were necessary and how people acquired them. After spending decades writing and researching the history of names, William Lewis presents in 'What's in your Surname?' a journey through the quite diverse origins of English surnames citing hundreds of examples along the way. On this engaging journey you will discover the origin of last names, from disparaging nicknames to saints' names and how history has shaped the creation of and evolution of surnames. There have been many books with surnames as their theme: dictionaries of surnames, books about unusual surnames, heraldry, researching family history and so forth, but very few look at British history solely through surnames. From Baker, Barratt and Bell through to Belcher, Blanchflower and Bugg, William Lewis covers the history of commonplace and exotic surnames in equal measure. A joy to read whether cover-to-cover or dipped into as a treasury of sources, 'What's in your Surname?' offers an engaging, vivid and revealing historical portrait of English surnames - and the unique and diverse places from whence they came. Read 'What's in your Surname?' today to discover the fascinating origins of hundreds of English surnames . . .

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      What's in an English Place-name?: A History of England in its Place-Names: A History of English Names, #2
      What's in an English Place-name?: A History of England in its Place-Names: A History of English Names, #2

      What's in an English Place-name?: A History of England in its Place-Names: A History of English Names, #2

      William Lewis
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      Wondering how British place-names came into existence? Discover the meanings behind the names of England's towns and villages from the author of the bestselling 'What's in your Surname?' After spending decades researching and writing about the history of names, William Lewis turns his attention to English place-names, offering a comprehensive guide to the fascinating origins of such names as Birdoswald, Jodrell Bank, California (Norfolk), Westward Ho! and Giggleswick - amongst many others. In this engaging and entertaining volume, you will discover: •the origins of place-names from earliest times to the present day •the five classifications of place-names •An extensive list of place-names in England taken from the Bible •how from earliest times personal names, tribal names and sometimes even names of gods have featured in English place-names. •How the Romans and other invading forces shaped the place names of England If you want to follow an absorbing and entertaining path through the history of English place-names then you will certainly enjoy William Lewis's detailed look behind the scenes at how England's villages, towns and cities acquired their names. Buy What's in a Place-name? today to discover the origins of hundreds of place-names in England and more . . .

      Wondering how British place-names came into existence? Discover the meanings behind the names of England's towns and villages from the author of the bestselling 'What's in your Surname?' After spending decades researching and writing about the history of names, William Lewis turns his attention to English place-names, offering a comprehensive guide to the fascinating origins of such names as Birdoswald, Jodrell Bank, California (Norfolk), Westward Ho! and Giggleswick - amongst many others. In this engaging and entertaining volume, you will discover: •the origins of place-names from earliest times to the present day •the five classifications of place-names •An extensive list of place-names in England taken from the Bible •how from earliest times personal names, tribal names and sometimes even names of gods have featured in English place-names. •How the Romans and other invading forces shaped the place names of England If you want to follow an absorbing and entertaining path through the history of English place-names then you will certainly enjoy William Lewis's detailed look behind the scenes at how England's villages, towns and cities acquired their names. Buy What's in a Place-name? today to discover the origins of hundreds of place-names in England and more . . .

    • 3

      What's in Your First Name? Our Personal Names, their History and Evolution in Britain: A History of English Names, #3
      What's in Your First Name? Our Personal Names, their History and Evolution in Britain: A History of English Names, #3

      What's in Your First Name? Our Personal Names, their History and Evolution in Britain: A History of English Names, #3

      William Lewis
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      DISCOVER THE HISTORY BEHIND ENGLISH FIRST NAMES AND HOW THEY EVOLVED First names are steeped in history and culture and have much to tell us about our ancestors, their lives and beliefs. Not only can parental choice be influenced by tradition and family but also by fashion. In the 20th century new names have arisen through the media of radio, television and films. The bestselling author WILLIAM LEWIS uncovers the origins and development of first names in Britain. This unique insight takes the reader from the names of ancient Britons in Roman times through to the modern day and the cult of the celebrity. From Aaron to Zoe 'What's in your First Name' discusses the history of over 1,500 names in common use in English, including the very latest names as well as those dating back over 2,000 years.

      DISCOVER THE HISTORY BEHIND ENGLISH FIRST NAMES AND HOW THEY EVOLVED First names are steeped in history and culture and have much to tell us about our ancestors, their lives and beliefs. Not only can parental choice be influenced by tradition and family but also by fashion. In the 20th century new names have arisen through the media of radio, television and films. The bestselling author WILLIAM LEWIS uncovers the origins and development of first names in Britain. This unique insight takes the reader from the names of ancient Britons in Roman times through to the modern day and the cult of the celebrity. From Aaron to Zoe 'What's in your First Name' discusses the history of over 1,500 names in common use in English, including the very latest names as well as those dating back over 2,000 years.

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