Yorkshire Dialect Poems (1673-1915) and traditional poems

"Yorkshire Dialect Poems (1673-1915)" by F. W. (Frederic William) Moorman, is an anthology celebrating Yorkshire's vibrant literary past, mainly from the late 1800s and early 1900s. This compilation includes age-old verses mixed with pieces from famous Yorkshire dialect writers. The poems paint a picture of Yorkshire folks' daily lives, traditions, and adventures, all told in their unique, spirited way of speaking. The book starts with a preface where F. W. Moorman talks about the history of Yorkshire dialect poetry and how it changed over time. He points out how the book brings together poems from different dialects and stresses how vital it is to catch the true voice of Yorkshire. The first poem, a lively chat between an old woman, a young girl, and a butcher, shows off the dialect and everyday happenings in the Yorkshire countryside, setting the stage for a poetic trip into local culture and language.