Publisher's Synopsis
Tales and Sketches of Lancashire Life: Marlocks of Merriton and Red Windows Hall is a book written by Benjamin Brierley and published in 1884. The book is a collection of short stories and sketches that provide a vivid portrayal of life in Lancashire during the 19th century. The two main stories in the book are ""Marlocks of Merriton"" and ""Red Windows Hall"". ""Marlocks of Merriton"" is a story about a family who are struggling to make ends meet and the sacrifices they make to keep their family together. ""Red Windows Hall"" is a story about a wealthy family who are forced to confront their own prejudices when they are faced with a crisis. The book is a fascinating insight into the lives of people in Lancashire during a time of great social and economic change. Brierley's writing style is engaging and his characters are well-drawn, making the book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of Lancashire or the social history of Britain in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
