{"product_id":"calne-places-names-tim-havenith-9798315632016","title":"Calne Places Names: Second Edition","description":"Uncover the hidden stories etched into Calne's landscape! This book delves into the fascinating origins and evolution of over 400 street names, local places, and modern developments, revealing the surprising layers of history beneath this ancient market town. From Saxon and Anglo-Norman roots to the legacy of influential figures and the ever-expanding town boundaries, Calne's place names offer a unique journey through time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMore than just a dictionary of names, this book weaves together historical records, local knowledge, and captivating anecdotes to bring Calne's past to life. Discover the intriguing connections and answer questions such as: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUncover the mystery of where Tori Amos filmed her haunting \"Jackie's Strength\" music video.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelve into Calne's surprising connection to the very air we breathe - the discovery of Oxygen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace the journey of the first-class English cricketer who traded the pitch for the pulpit, becoming a Canon and saviour of St. Mary's Church.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJourney back to a time when Calne's streets echoed with the snorts and grunts of \"Hog Street\" and \"Piggy Hill,\" revealing the town's deep-rooted bacon industry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are the enigmatic \"Calne Fates,\" recently unearthed from the shadows of St. Mary's School, and what secrets do they hold?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eFully revised and updated, this edition expands upon the last by including numerous previously lost place names, reflecting the significant changes Calne has undergone in the past five years, and offering a glimpse into the town's proposed future developments.\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a tribute to the people, events, and industries that have shaped Calne, from its earliest days to its present-day vibrancy. It's a celebration of community, memory, and the enduring power of place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Tim Havenith\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798315632016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 282\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.84lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d","brand":"Tim Havenith","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48800885145855,"sku":"9798315632016","price":17.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/calne-places-names-tim-havenith-9798315632016","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}