Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 by John Roby
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"Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2" by John Roby is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The volume comprises a series of rich legends and tales rooted in the folklore of Lancashire, exploring themes of love, conflict, and supernatural encounters within the context of the region’s history. The opening portion of the volume begins with an exploration of the ancient mansion of Healey Hall, setting the stage for a narrative
steeped in tradition and local lore. Here, the author introduces Ralph the miller, who, amidst a harsh winter, becomes embroiled in a supernatural adventure involving fairies and an enchanted chapel. As Ralph navigates the dire consequences of his irreverent actions, the reader is introduced to other characters, including Lady Eleanor Byron and Oliver Chadwyck, who are woven into the fate of the miller. This opening hints at the intertwining of personal and mythical, suggesting a deeper connection to the themes of destiny and the impact of choices, which will likely resonate throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Roby, John, 1793-1850 |
|---|---|
| Title | Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Legends -- England -- Lancashire |
| Subject | English literature -- England -- Lancashire |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25256 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25256-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jun 11, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4509 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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