Harold Orton Boeken

Focusing on the dialect of Byers Green in County Durham, the book delves into the external influences shaping its unique characteristics. It contrasts this dialect with those of other local populations, providing insights into linguistic diversity within the region. First published in 1933, it serves as a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of language and linguistics, highlighting the complexities of regional speech patterns.

This book, first published in 1933, examines the dialect of the people of Byers Green in County Durham. Orton explores the possible reasons behind why the dialect has signs of external influences, and the ways in which it differs to the dialects of other populations in County Durham. This title will be of interest to students of language and linguistics.