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LoC No.: 03010906
Title:
Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire
With a Glossary of over 4,000 Words and Idioms Now in Use
Note: Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire" by Richard Blakeborough is a collection of anecdotes and observations reflecting the local wit and customs, likely written in the late 19th century. The work captures the essence of Yorkshire character through various humorous stories, sayings, and reflections on the dialect and social customs of the North Riding, aiming to preserve them from fading into obscurity. At the start of the work, the author introduces his intent to document the unique wit and character of Yorkshire, emphasizing the cautious yet practical mindset of its people. He provides illustrative stories revealing their straightforwardness, humor, and the nuances of their dialect. Through relatable anecdotes, Blakeborough paints a vivid picture of these residents, highlighting how their traditional views often clash with modernity, and illustrating their independent spirit and pride through humorous exchanges. The initial chapters draw readers into the richness of local culture and the distinctively candid personality of Yorkshire folk. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blakeborough, Richard, 1850-1918
EBook No.: 62999
Published: Aug 21, 2020
Downloads: 134
Language: English
Subject: Yorkshire (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: Folklore -- England -- Yorkshire
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 03010906
Title:
Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire
With a Glossary of over 4,000 Words and Idioms Now in Use
Note: Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brian Coe, 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: "Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire" by Richard Blakeborough is a collection of anecdotes and observations reflecting the local wit and customs, likely written in the late 19th century. The work captures the essence of Yorkshire character through various humorous stories, sayings, and reflections on the dialect and social customs of the North Riding, aiming to preserve them from fading into obscurity. At the start of the work, the author introduces his intent to document the unique wit and character of Yorkshire, emphasizing the cautious yet practical mindset of its people. He provides illustrative stories revealing their straightforwardness, humor, and the nuances of their dialect. Through relatable anecdotes, Blakeborough paints a vivid picture of these residents, highlighting how their traditional views often clash with modernity, and illustrating their independent spirit and pride through humorous exchanges. The initial chapters draw readers into the richness of local culture and the distinctively candid personality of Yorkshire folk. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blakeborough, Richard, 1850-1918
EBook No.: 62999
Published: Aug 21, 2020
Downloads: 134
Language: English
Subject: Yorkshire (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject: Folklore -- England -- Yorkshire
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.