The Place-Names of Roman Britain by Rivet, A.L.F. And Colin Smith - 1981

London: B.T. Batsford Ltd., 1981. Reprint of the First Edition published 1979. This book will stand as the definitive account of the place-names of Roman Britain, as recorded in the classical sources. Part One treats the history of the subject, the linguistic and textual aspects, and each of the sources of information: the Greek and Latin literary authors (with texts in translation; Ptolemy; the Antonine Itinerary and the Peutinger Table; the Ravena Cosmography; the Notitia Dignitatum; and Inscriptions. The chapters on Ptolemy and the Itineraries are illustrated with maps. Part Two is an Alphabetical List of names - some 460 in all - in Latin form, each entry being divided into sections on the Sources, on derivation and on the identification of the places in modern terms, with map references in each case, and occasional notes on matters of further interest. There is also an Appendix of doubtful names and an Index of modern names. A Glossary of some of the technical terms used in the book, a generous List of Illustrations, maps and figures, and two plates supplied. This book will be invaluable to all those concerned with the place-name of Roman Britain, from professional archaeologist or historian to students of language and amateur archaeologists. A wonderful body of work!.This volume will require extra shipping due to weight. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine.