Glasgow's Gaelic Place-names
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1839830468
ISBN-13
9781839830464
Publisher
Birlinn General
Imprint
Birlinn Ltd
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Sep 21st, 2023
Print length
192 Pages
Weight
414 grams
Dimensions
15.60 x 22.00 x 1.40 cms
Product Classification:
Place names & gazetteersSocial & cultural historyLocal history
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A fascinating study by three experts which uncovers – contrary to received opinion – that Glasgow’s Gaelic roots run deep and are a fundamental component of its identity. Includes an A-Z list of modern place-names and their Gaelic origins.
It is time to bin – once and for all – the nonsense that Gaelic was never spoken in Glasgow. In fact, Glasgow''s place-names tell us that Gaelic has been spoken in Glasgow for around a thousand years. Showcasing new research from the University of Glasgow, this illustrated guide to Glasgow''s Gaelic namescape reveals how place-names are a key to unlocking Glasgow''s hidden past and takes the reader on a journey of discovery the length and breadth of this great modern city – from Yoker in the west to Daldowie in the east, via Boclair, Carmunnock and many other places in between.The truth about Glasgow''s past, present and future dispels myths and throws up countless surprises about Glasgow''s deep Gaelic roots.
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