With a Glossary of over 4,000 Words and Idioms Now in Use Blakeborough, Richard 1850-1918 creator text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 2020-08-21 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) Original publication data not identified Yorkshire (England) -- Social life and customs Folklore -- England -- Yorkshire GR Original publication data not identified 03010906 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62999 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62999 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134442.0 62999