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Title: Folk-Speech of Cumberland and Some Districts Adjacent
Being Short Stories and Rhymes in the Dialects of the West Border Counties

Note: Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by MFR, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Folk-Speech of Cumberland and Some Districts Adjacent" by Alexander Craig Gibson is a collection of short stories and rhymes written in the dialects of the West Border counties, likely during the late 19th century. The work showcases a rich tapestry of local vernacular and cultural nuances, intended to preserve the folk-speech of the region. Through its narrative style, the text invites readers to explore the lively and authentic dialogues of its characters, depicting scenes from everyday life and local traditions. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the protagonist, Joe, who narrates a humorous encounter with a geologist seeking assistance on the fells of Cumberland. As Joe reluctantly agrees to carry the geologist’s bags, we witness his bemusement with the old man’s eccentricity and the absurdity of their task. Joe’s internal monologue conveys his initial skepticism, turning into a playful acceptance of the situation, generating an engaging blend of humor and local dialect. This sets the tone for the subsequent stories, suggesting a vibrant exploration of Cumberland's folk culture through character-driven narratives rich in dialect and humor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gibson, Alexander Craig, 1813-1874

EBook No.: 62370

Published: Jun 11, 2020

Downloads: 107

Language: English

Subject: English language -- Dialects -- England -- Cumberland -- Texts

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Folk-Speech of Cumberland and Some Districts Adjacent
Being Short Stories and Rhymes in the Dialects of the West Border Counties

Note: Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by MFR, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Folk-Speech of Cumberland and Some Districts Adjacent" by Alexander Craig Gibson is a collection of short stories and rhymes written in the dialects of the West Border counties, likely during the late 19th century. The work showcases a rich tapestry of local vernacular and cultural nuances, intended to preserve the folk-speech of the region. Through its narrative style, the text invites readers to explore the lively and authentic dialogues of its characters, depicting scenes from everyday life and local traditions. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the protagonist, Joe, who narrates a humorous encounter with a geologist seeking assistance on the fells of Cumberland. As Joe reluctantly agrees to carry the geologist’s bags, we witness his bemusement with the old man’s eccentricity and the absurdity of their task. Joe’s internal monologue conveys his initial skepticism, turning into a playful acceptance of the situation, generating an engaging blend of humor and local dialect. This sets the tone for the subsequent stories, suggesting a vibrant exploration of Cumberland's folk culture through character-driven narratives rich in dialect and humor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gibson, Alexander Craig, 1813-1874

EBook No.: 62370

Published: Jun 11, 2020

Downloads: 107

Language: English

Subject: English language -- Dialects -- England -- Cumberland -- Texts

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.