{"product_id":"lancashire-stories-frank-hird-presumed-1st-edition","title":"Lancashire Stories, Frank Hird — (Presumed) 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" id=\"p-rc_da5794a4611f4172-769\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-848\"\u003ePublication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-848 citation-end-848\"\u003e London and Edinburgh, T. C. and E. C. Jack\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-847 citation-end-847\"\u003e, ca. 1912.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_da5794a4611f4172-779\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-846 citation-end-846\"\u003e Small 4to, pp. 451.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\" id=\"p-rc_da5794a4611f4172-770\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The original pictorial cloth binding remains structurally intact but displays considerable signs of wear to the extremities. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2\"\u003eThe spine ends are notably frayed and chipped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4\"\u003e, with a conspicuous split and subsequent cloth tear developing along the upper front joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,6\"\u003e. The corners are bumped, rubbed, and slightly turned inward from standard shelf-wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,8\"\u003e. The text block is generally sound, though the hinges feel slightly tender given the external handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,10\"\u003e. Internally, heavy and pronounced foxing is present to the endpapers and preliminaries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,12\"\u003e. Light toning and dusting are also visible across the text block edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,13\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,14\"\u003e. Overall, a well-loved, complete, and highly readable copy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\" id=\"p-rc_da5794a4611f4172-771\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This presumed first edition features a striking pictorial cloth binding that beautifully captures the historical and industrial spirit of the region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2\"\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-845 citation-end-845\"\u003eThe text is generously illustrated throughout with black-and-white vignettes and plates, perfectly complementing the rich historical narrative\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-844 citation-end-844\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\" id=\"p-rc_da5794a4611f4172-772\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,0\"\u003eOf particular note is a contemporary ink inscription to the front free endpaper, dated January 31, 1914, presenting the volume to \"Sir Cuthbert \u0026amp; Lady de Hoghton\" from Mr. \u0026amp; Mrs. F. Dewhurst, with best wishes for their future happiness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2\"\u003e. The de Hoghton baronetcy of Hoghton Tower is one of Lancashire's most prominent, historic, and enduring aristocratic families. Such localized provenance adds a charming historical dimension to this specific copy, directly connecting the county's heritage documented within the text to one of its most significant real-world households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-843\"\u003eFrank Hird's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-843\"\u003eLancashire Stories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-843 citation-end-843\"\u003e is a captivating journey through the folklore, legends, and industrial heritage of one of England's most characterful counties.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e From ancient traditions and rural superstitions to the rapid urban growth of the industrial revolution, Hird masterfully weaves together anecdotes that appeal to both the heart and the imagination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2\"\u003e. Generously illustrated, it remains a must-read for local history enthusiasts and anyone charmed by the \"Lancashire of to-day and of many yesterdays\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54141802676563,"sku":"4174","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260616_104432.jpg?v=1782812178","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/lancashire-stories-frank-hird-presumed-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}