Bibliograph

Place names of Illinois, Edward Callary

Type

Label

Place names of Illinois, Edward Callary

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 393-425)

resource.governmentPublication

government publication of a state province territory dependency etc

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Place names of Illinois

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

213601791

Responsibility statement

Edward Callary

Review

"This comprehensive guide illuminates how the history and culture of Illinois are embedded in the names of its towns, cities, and other geographical features. Edward Callary unearths the origins of names of nearly three thousand Illinois communities and the circumstances surrounding their naming and renaming."

Summary

"Organized alphabetically, the entries are concise, engaging, and full of fascinating detail revealing the rich ethnic history of the state, the impact of industrialization and the coming of the railroads, and insight into local politics and personalities. Many entries concern the names of currently populated places, providing information on local pronunciation, the name's etymology, and the community's location, all set in historical and cultural context. The volume also introduces natural and constructed points of interest such as lakes and airports whose names reflect aspects of the state's history. A general introduction locates Illinois place names in the context of general patterns of place naming in the United States." "An extremely useful reference for scholars of American history, geography, language, and culture, Place Names of Illinois also offers intriguing browsing material for the inquisitive reader and the curious traveler."--Jacket

Table Of Contents

The Form of Entries -- Place Names of Illinois -- Names of Unknown Origin

Classification