Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire With a Glossary of over 4,000 Words and Idioms Now in Use

"Wit, Character, Folklore & Customs of the North Riding of Yorkshire" by Richard Blakeborough is a window into the past, showcasing humorous stories and observations from 19th-century Yorkshire. The author aims to preserve the region's distinctive ways, sharing anecdotes that capture the practical, humorous, and often blunt nature of its people. Readers discover a world where old traditions meet new ideas, and local pride shines through clever comebacks and everyday interactions, offering us a glimpse into a culture resistant to change yet rich in character.