F. W. Moorman

Yorkshire Dialect Poems (1673-1915) and traditional poems (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

"Yorkshire Dialect Poems (1673-1915) and traditional poems" by F. W. Moorman Frederic William Moorman was a poet and playwright. Written in Yorkshire dialect, this book effectively transports readers into the mind of a man who calls the area home. Focusing on topics from Christmas to the new moon and everything in between, these poems are heartwarming, and relatable, and capture the essence of what it means to be human.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 176
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339556706
• Artikelnr.: 69547068

Autorenporträt

F. W. Moorman (Frederick William Moorman), born in 1872, was a distinguished English scholar noted for his expertise in English philology and literature. He was a professor of English Language at the University of Leeds and held an esteemed position in early 20th-century literary studies. Moorman's academic pursuits led him to become deeply entwined with the exploration of regional dialects and medieval literature. One of his significant contributions to the literary world is 'Yorkshire Dialect Poems (1673-1915) and traditional poems,' a seminal collection that preserved the linguistic richness of Yorkshire's literary heritage. This anthology, compiled and sometimes adapted by Moorman, showcased the vernacular poetry of the region, reflecting the ordinary lives, humor, and folklore of its people. Moorman's literary style often focused on celebrating the pastoral and rustic elements of Northern England, and he was a proponent of studying literature within its socio-linguistic context. His work is a testament to the value of regional dialects in understanding the cultural and social history of an area. Moorman's scholarly contributions have had a lasting impact, influencing both regional dialect studies and the preservation of English folk traditions.