A Glossary Of The Dialect Of The Hundred Of Lonsdale, North And South Of The Sands, In The County Of Lancaster (1869) (Paperback)

""A Glossary Of The Dialect Of The Hundred Of Lonsdale, North And South Of The Sands, In The County Of Lancaster"" is a book written by Robert Backhouse Peacock in 1869. The book is a comprehensive guide to the dialect spoken in the Lonsdale region of Lancashire, England. It includes a detailed glossary of the words and phrases used by the locals, along with their meanings and origins. The book also provides a historical context for the dialect, tracing its evolution over time and its relationship to other regional dialects. The author, Robert Backhouse Peacock, was a local historian and scholar who was deeply interested in the language and culture of his region. His book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and linguistics of Lancashire, as well as for those who simply want to understand the unique dialect spoken in this part of England.""Together With An Essay On Some Leading Characteristics Of The Dialects Spoken In The Six Northern Counties Of England, Ancient Northumbria.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.