A Dictionary of British Place-Names

A Dictionary of British Place-Names

Author: David Mills

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2011-10-20

Total Pages: 574

ISBN-13: 019960908X

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From Abbas Combe to Zennor, this dictionary gives the meaning and origin of place names in the British Isles, tracing their development from earliest times to the present day.


Surnames, DNA, and Family History

Surnames, DNA, and Family History

Author: George Redmonds

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2011-08-25

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 0199582645

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This book combines linguistic and historical approaches with the latest techniques of DNA analysis and show the insights these offer for every kind of genealogical research. The book will be welcomed by all those engaged in genealogical research, including everyone seeking to discover the histories of their names and families.