Geoffrey Howse: A Yorkshire Legend

Geoffrey Howse (1911-1987) was a Yorkshireman through and through. He was born in York, and spent his entire life in the county, except for a brief period during the Second World War when he served in the Royal Air Force.

Little Book of Yorkshire

by Geoffrey Howse

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Howse was a man of many talents. He was a photographer, writer, artist, painter, musician, storyteller, poet, and folklorist. He was also a passionate advocate for the preservation of Yorkshire's heritage.

Howse's work has left a lasting legacy on Yorkshire. His photographs, paintings, and writings have helped to document the county's history and culture. His stories and songs have entertained generations of Yorkshire people. And his advocacy work has helped to protect many of Yorkshire's most important historical sites.

Photography

Howse was a gifted photographer. He had a keen eye for detail, and he was able to capture the beauty of Yorkshire's landscape and people in his photographs.

Howse's photographs have been exhibited in galleries around the world. They are also featured in many books and magazines. His work has helped to promote Yorkshire as a tourist destination.

Writing

Howse was also a talented writer. He wrote novels, short stories, poems, and plays. His work is full of wit, humor, and insight.

Howse's writing has been praised by critics and readers alike. He has been compared to other great Yorkshire writers such as J.B. Priestley and Alan Bennett.

Art

Howse was also a talented artist and painter. He created a large body of work that includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures.

Howse's art is often inspired by Yorkshire's landscape and people. His work is full of color and life.

Music

Howse was also a musician. He played several instruments, including the guitar, banjo, and accordion.

Howse wrote and performed many songs about Yorkshire. His songs are full of humor and nostalgia.

Storytelling

Howse was a gifted storyteller. He loved to share stories about Yorkshire's history and culture.

Howse's stories were often full of humor and insight. He had a unique ability to bring the past to life.

Poetry

Howse was also a poet. He wrote many poems about Yorkshire, its people, and its history.

Howse's poetry is often lyrical and evocative. He has a deep love for Yorkshire, and his poems reflect that love.

Folklore

Howse was also a passionate folklorist. He collected and documented many Yorkshire folk tales and legends.

Howse's work has helped to preserve Yorkshire's oral tradition. He has ensured that many of the county's folk tales and legends will continue to be told for generations to come.

Legacy

Geoffrey Howse was a true Yorkshireman. He loved his county, and he dedicated his life to documenting its history and culture.

Howse's work has left a lasting legacy on Yorkshire. His photographs, paintings, writings, stories, songs, and poems have helped to shape the way we think about Yorkshire today.

Geoffrey Howse was a true Yorkshire legend. He will be remembered for generations to come.

Further Reading

• The Geoffrey Howse Archive
• Geoffrey Howse: A Yorkshire Legend
• Geoffrey Howse: A giant of Yorkshire

Little Book of Yorkshire

by Geoffrey Howse

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4195 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	194 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE