Dictionary of London Place-Names

“A Dictionary of London Place Names” is the kind of book that comes along and makes you exclaim ‘why hasn’t anyone done this before?!’; well they did and now it’s back with this revised and updated edition, this excellent gazetteer is for historians and visitors alike, featuring maps, a glossary and recommended web links. The book covers the origins of more than 1,700 place names in London, letting you explore the linguistic and historical beginnings of these names and discover their significance in recording the cultural heritage of the capital of the United Kingdom, from the famous (Abbey Road, Canary Wharf, Wimbledon) to the obscure (Pokeridden Wood, Grim’s Ditch, Stew Lane). Recommended for Londoners and those enjoying the varied and interesting histories right under our noses.