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First published in 1873, this glossary provides definitions and examples of dialect words and phrases used in the Swaledale region of Yorkshire, England. Harland, an antiquarian and scholar of regional folklore, spent many years collecting and cataloguing the unique linguistic features of this rural community. His work remains a valuable resource for researchers studying the history of language and culture in Yorkshire and beyond.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This volume of The House and Farm Accounts of the Shuttleworths offers a unique record of life in a well-established Lancashire home over a 39-year period. The meticulous record-keeping of the Shuttleworths allows a rare insight into the social and economic history of the time. An essential read for those interested in local history or genealogy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Ballads and Songs of Lancashire is a charming collection of traditional folk songs from the English county of Lancashire. John Harland presents a range of ballads and songs that offer a lively and entertaining glimpse into the local culture and history of Lancashire. This book is a valuable resource for historians and musicologists interested in the folk traditions of northern England.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Originally published in the mid-19th century as part of the Chetham Society's ongoing efforts to document the history of the city of Manchester, Mamecestre is a fascinating glimpse into the early days of this bustling urban center. With meticulous attention to detail and a clear passion for local history, Harland draws on a range of archival sources to reconstruct the lives of the people who lived and worked in Manchester before it became the industrial powerhouse we know today. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of one of Britain's most vibrant cities.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Originally published in the nineteenth century, this detailed genealogy of the Pilkington family is an invaluable resource for historians and genealogists. John Harland's exhaustive research uncovered numerous family details and little-known facts about their history and way of life. The book also includes a detailed description of the town of Pilkington and its surrounding areas. This is a fascinating look into the lives of the common people of nineteenth-century England.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.