Yorksher Puddin'
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Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers interested in English regional dialect and folk literature
- History enthusiasts studying nineteenth-century English local life
- English majors focusing on dialect and literary language
- Readers who enjoy short essays and casual reading
Not a good fit for
- General readers looking for modern novels in standard English
- Readers who need a coherent plot and strong dramatic conflict
- Beginners unaccustomed to dialect spelling who are unwilling to consult notes
Reading tips
- Read a piece or two first to get a feel for the dialect rhythm; don't check every word—keep the flow of reading.
- Prepare a Yorkshire dialect word list or online dictionary, and look up words in batches when they recur.
- Make brief notes by piece, recording differences in narrative voice and humor.
- Read alongside contemporary regional works written in standard English to appreciate the effect of the language choice.
About the publisher
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About the author
John Hartley (1839–1915) was a British poet born in Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire, and died in Wallasey. He wrote mainly poetry and prose in the Yorkshire dialect. His works have a sentimental tone and often reflect the poverty of local people. From 1866 he edited The Illuminating Clock Almanac. His representative works include Yorkshire Ditties, Yorkshire Tales, and Yorksher Puddin', as well as two series of Yorkshire Ditties and Seets i' Paris; six of his works are held in this collection. Public information is limited, but these works show that he drew on dialect to write about local experience and that he holds a place in the regional literary tradition.
