Dane County Place-names Paperback / softback
by Frederic G. Cassidy
Paperback / softback
Description
Dane County Place-Names is an entertaining record of the heritage of Dane County, Wisconsin's capital region, from its earliest days through the 1940s.
This classic work by the late lexicographer Frederic G.
Cassidy is back in print for new generations to enjoy.
Cassidy applied his insightful eye to the origins and evolution of local names that reveal a colorful history: Whiskey Creek, Brag Hollow, Marxville, Pancake Valley, Halunkenburg, Skunk Hollow, and Tipple School.
This edition features a new introduction by local historian Tracy Will and a foreword by Isthmus journalist David Medaris.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages, 2 maps
- Publisher:University of Wisconsin Press
- Publication Date:30/10/2009
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- ISBN:9780299232948
Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages, 2 maps
- Publisher:University of Wisconsin Press
- Publication Date:30/10/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9780299232948