"Tim Bobbin: A View of the Lancashire Dialect" is a delightful collection of works that provide a fascinating glimpse into the unique dialect of Lancashire. The variety of pieces in this anthology, written by various authors, showcase the richness and diversity of the region's language.

The book is not only entertaining but also educational, offering readers a window into the history and culture of Lancashire through its language. From poems to stories, each piece is a testament to the creativity and artistry of the writers who have captured the essence of Lancashire in their words.

The dialect featured in this book may be unfamiliar to some readers, but the glossary provided at the end of the book serves as a helpful guide for those looking to better understand the language. Overall, "Tim Bobbin: A View of the Lancashire Dialect" is a charming and enlightening read that sheds light on the linguistic heritage of Lancashire.

Book Description:

A comic dialogue written in John Collier's idiosyncratic version of the 18th century South Lancashire dialect together with a collection of 19th century texts on Collier and his work. Egged on by Meary (Mary), Tummus (Thomas) recounts the series of misadventures that ensue when he makes a trip to Rochdale on an errand for his master. First published in 1746, the text grew over subsequent editions as Collier expanded the story, added a preface in which he berates publishers who had pirated his work, and inflated and amended his glossary. The text read here is the final version of the preface, dialogue and glossary, which appeared in an 1862 edition of Collier's works.

Collier's texts are followed by several accounts of Collier's life and commentaries on his work, Elijah Riding's 1860 'plain English' translation of the Tummus and Meary text, and three poems set at Collier's graveside in Rochdale.