West Mayo Placenames - Origin & Meaning

The three baronies of Murrisk, Burrishoole and Erris contain a rich social history and topography.
Through a deep mapping of a selection of townlands in each barony John O’Callaghan leads us on a journey of discovery into a richer sense of place.
The history hidden behind the names (logainmneacha) is revealed in the unfolding of their meanings through every generation.
The author’s Townland Tales columns from the Mayo News form the basis of further exploration in this unique book.
John O’Callaghan’s love of his sense of place (áit dhúchais) is captured on every page.