
A MONTH IN YORKSHIRE.
A MONTH IN YORKSHIRE.
FOREWORD TO THE FOURTH EDITION.
CHAPTER I. A SHORT CHAPTER TO BEGIN WITH.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
A wandering narrator takes listeners on a leisurely stroll through the rolling hills, rugged moors and bustling market towns of Yorkshire, painting each scene with a blend of affectionate detail and keen observation. From the stone‑cobbled lanes of historic villages to the lively chatter of city streets, the journey feels both intimate and expansive, inviting you to hear the clatter of horse‑drawn carts, the echo of church bells, and the distinctive hum of local dialects. Along the way, memorable encounters with farmers, innkeepers and curious strangers provide a lively snapshot of life in the North, all delivered with a wry, conversational tone.
Beyond the scenery, the author turns a thoughtful eye to the practical side of travel—examining the surprising price hikes, the quirks of hospitality, and the uneasy dance between visitor and vendor that still lingers today. Humorous anecdotes about inflated inn charges and a lively exchange of regional slang add both levity and insight, while gentle critiques of tourist‑friendly practices hint at a deeper desire for fairness. The result is a charming, down‑to‑earth portrait of Yorkshire that feels like a chat over a pint in a country pub, inviting you to explore its charms with both curiosity and a smile.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (611K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Brownfox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2011-04-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1811–1893
A self-taught English writer and lifelong walker, he turned sharp observation and curiosity into books about travel, social life, and everyday Britain. His path from cabinet-maker’s son to Royal Society librarian gives his work an unusually grounded, wide-ranging voice.
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