Release date is 2020-09-22

Place-names of Celtic origin -- Roman names in Kent -- Teutonic (Jutish) names in Kent -- Saxon or Jutish suffixes -- Some common Saxon elements in place-names -- The Northmen in Kent -- The islands of Kent -- Variations in the spelling of place-names -- Ecclesiastical place-names -- Place-names from persons -- Absurdities in derivation -- Our "Tons" and "Stones" -- Our "Hams" -- Our "Soles," "Burys" and "Hithes" -- Our "Cold Harbours" -- Anderida -- Land divisions of Kent.

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"Place Names in Kent" by J. W. Horsley is a detailed historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the etymology and historical significance of various place names in Kent, exploring their origins from Celtic, Roman, Saxon, and other linguistic roots. It aims to uncover how these names reflect the ancient history and cultural influences in the region. At the start of the text, Horsley shares his personal journey towards understanding place names, highlighting his formative experiences and motivations to compile this study. He notes the absence of a comprehensive work on Kent's place names and stresses the importance of recording such names before they are lost due to changing languages and cultures. The introduction sets the groundwork by examining the significance of various origins of place names, including Celtic roots, and outlining the historical invasions that shaped the landscape of Kent. It serves as a call to action for further research in the field, aimed at preserving the linguistic heritage associated with the county's identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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