Tales And Sketches Of Lancashire Life : Kessinger Publishing : 9781120740854 : 1120740851 : 21 Nov 2009 : Tales and Sketches of Lancashire Life: Cotters of Mossburn is a book written by Benjamin Brierley and originally published in 1886. The book is a collection of short stories and sketches that depict the lives of people living in the Lancashire region of England during the 19th century. The main focus of the book is on the lives of the ""cotters"" or laborers who lived in small, rural communities and worked on farms. Brierley provides a vivid and detailed account of the daily struggles and joys of these people, including their relationships with each other, their work, and their families.The stories in the book are written in a dialect that reflects the local Lancashire speech patterns, adding an authentic and immersive quality to the tales. Brierley's writing is also notable for its humor and warmth, making the book an enjoyable and engaging read.Overall, Tales and Sketches of Lanc