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Bill o'th' Hoylus End
1836
1897
Wright, William
End, Bill o'th' Hoylus
Random Rhymes and Rambles
Transcribed from the 1876 edition by David Price. Many thanks to Bradford Local Studies for providing the copy from which this transcription was made. Also to Keighley Local Studies for supplying the title page (the Bradford copy lacks the title page)
"Random Rhymes and Rambles" by Bill o’th Hoylus End is a collection of poetry and prose written in the late 19th century. This work captures the musings of an uneducated, yet heartfelt narrator, revealing a vivid portrayal of humble life and local characters through tales and verses rich in dialect and sentiment. The author’s use of Yorkshire dialect and simple themes suggests a focus on relatable experiences, including love, loss, and the everyday challenges faced by working-class individuals. At the start of the book, the author reflects on his lack of formal poetic training, presenting a mix of rhyme and prose that offers a whimsical and authentic voice. The opening verses introduce a series of poems and anecdotes touching on themes of resilience and optimism, such as addressing an old man not to lose heart, giving advice to a young woman about marriage, and sharing tales of a beggar's plight on a Christmas Eve. These initial glimpses set the tone for a collection that balances light-heartedness with earnest reflections on personal struggles and communal bonds, inviting readers into a world that concurrently celebrates and critiques social realities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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