Legends of Lancashire by Peter Landreth
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"Legends of Lancashire" by Peter Landreth is a collection of historical legends written in the early 19th century. The book aims to explore the rich tapestry of Lancashire's past, presenting tales of its notable events, individuals, and supernatural lore, such as battles, witches, and moments of intrigue. Through these narratives, Landreth seeks to preserve the essence of the county's history that has been overshadowed by modernity. The opening of the work introduces
the Chronicler, a figure steeped in tradition and history, who invites readers into a bygone era marked by chivalry and drama. He conveys a profound nostalgia for the past as he prepares to recount various legends, beginning with the dramatic "Battle of Wigan Lane." The Chronicler laments the loss of the grandeur of Lancashire, presenting characters like the noble Sir Gilbert Houghton and Anne Houghton against the backdrop of political strife during the English Civil War. The initial chapters not only set the stage for the dramatic events to unfold but also illustrate the interplay between personal and historical narratives, illustrating how deeply intertwined individual lives are with the larger fabric of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Landreth, Peter |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03006817 |
| Title | Legends of Lancashire |
| Contents | The Battle of Wigan Lane -- The witches of Furness -- The Devil's Wall -- The prophetess and the rebel -- The Spectre Coach -- The cross and Lady Mabel -- Lancaster Castle. |
| Credits |
Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Legends -- England -- Lancashire |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51177 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51177-1 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 476 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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