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Dialect

Lincolnshire
Dialect

A lively guide to Lincolnshire dialect, combining local words and sayings with the traditions, people and stories that give the county its distinctive character.

ISBN9781910551028
Pages80
FormatPaperback
RRP£4.99
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About the book

A voice of its own

Lincolnshire’s dialect reflects a county with deep agricultural roots and a strong sense of local identity. Lindsey Bourne brings together old and modern words, phrases and pronunciations, revealing how much of the county’s working and rural past survives in its language.

Alongside the glossary are traditions, characters and stories from across Lincolnshire — from hiring fairs and farm customs to Farmer Wink, local landmarks and surprising county connections. The result is an affectionate introduction to the speech and history of the land of the Yellowbellies.

Inside the book

Words, traditions and Lincolnshire character

Customs & traditions page⌕

Customs & traditions

Old Lincolnshire customs from hiring time and Gooding to the Horncastle Horse Fair.

Dialect & local voices page⌕

Dialect & local voices

Local differences in speech and the story of dialect champion Farmer Wink.

Lincolnshire stories page⌕

Lincolnshire stories

A page of surprising facts connecting the county with wider history.