Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1

"Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1" by John Roby is a compilation of old stories and legends designed to save Lancashire's unique folklore. The book shares stories from the lives of legendary figures like Sir Lancelot and Sir Tarquin, as well as tales of local customs and strange happenings. Written in the early 1800s, the book mixes history and imagination, creating a colorful picture of the region's past. The book starts by telling why the author wants to record these traditions, many of which are in danger of being lost. Roby hopes to make these stories fun and easy to read, showing how important it is to share history by word of mouth, even if some historians don't believe it. He kicks things off with a story about Sir Lancelot and the scary Sir Tarquin, which sets the scene for more captivating stories that mix real historical details with magical and local elements, tempting readers to explore what's left of Lancashire's past through exciting stories.