| First published in 1986 under the title 'Romance of Place Names of South Australia', with a second edition appearing in 1990 with the title 'Manning's Place Names of South Australia'. This became the standard reference work on the topic of South Australia's place names and their history. This new third edition, completely updated and revised, now contains about 80% more content, as well as over 200 photographs. It has been said that place names of South Australia are intricately interwoven with the fabric of its history, they bear a close relationship with the discovery, exploration, survey and settlement of the colony. The names implanted by the early settlers reflects the cultural and historical influences, which have moulded its society. This will answer many questions about the origins of South Australian settlements and place names. In South Australia the names of English suburbs are placed alongside Irish towns and next to German or Scottish hamlets. The original meanings of names such as Aldgate, Brompton, Cheltenham, Lobethal, Craigburn and Lochiel are given, together with their reuse in the new land. This book is a history, not simply a reference tool. Most entries describe the circumstances of the naming as well as the derivation of the name itself, and if this is not available, other historical detail is provided. In a way the book is a gazetteer setting out succinct histories of towns, suburbs, landscape features and other named localities in South Australia, past as well as present. The use of original records also exposes several inaccuracies in existing historical works. This new edition, now consisting of over 550 pages, will be welcomed by all, and reinforces its place as the number one reference and history book relating to South Australian place names. Contents:
Foreword
South Australian Glass Negatives Collection
Preface
From Aaron Creek to Zion Hill: The Place Names of South Australia
Appendix 1. A Brief History of South Australian Nomenclature
Appendix 2. Extract from an Address Given by Geoffrey H. Manning, May 2002
Appendix 3. Comments on South Australian Nomenclature Taken from Local Newspapers
Appendix 4. Foreword to Romance of Place Names of South Australia
Appendix 5. Foreword to Manning's Place Names of South Australia
Appendix 6. Early Pastoral Plans of South Australia
Appendix 7. Anomalies in South-East Coast Nomenclature
Appendix 8. The Old Gum Tree at Glenelg: Historical Place or Myth?
Appendix 9. A Controversy Surrounding Colonel Light
Appendix 10. Extracts from and Address Given by Geoffrey H. Manning, Nov 2003
Appendix 11. Alms Across the Sea: A Tale of Two Towns
Appendix 12. Random Thoughts on South Australian Nomenclature Presented by Geoffrey H. Manning, May 2005
Nomenclature of the Streets of Adelaide
Sources and Notes
Index Related Products:
Manning's Place Names of South Australia: From Aaron Creek to Zion Hill - CD
Manning's Place Names of South Australia: From Aaron Creek to Zion Hill - CD and Book Set
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