More Tales of the Ridings

"More Tales of the Ridings" by F.W. Moorman is a gathering of stories that bring to life the traditions and people of Yorkshire in the early 1900s. The book uses legends, moral stories, and snapshots of country living to paint a picture of daily life and deeper truths. Readers meet characters like the playful Melsh Dick, a magical creature from the woods who takes a young boy named Doed on a surprising adventure filled with fun. As the collection progresses, this lightheartedness shifts, stories such as "Two Letters" introduce Annie, who is grief-stricken upon finding out about her husband's death during war. By using regional language and focusing on both the fun and the heartbreak of the time, the stories create a world that feels both real and magical.