Place Names of Illinois

by Edward Callary

This extensive guide shows 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. Organized alphabetically, the entries are concise, engaging, and full of fascinating detail revealing the rich ethnic history of the state, the impact...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0252033566
• ISBN13: 9780252033568
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: University of Illinois Press
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.4" x 9.3"