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Step into the charming world of 19th-century Beckside, a fictional village nestled between Manchester and Bolton, through the captivating tales of John Ackworth, the pen name of Rev. Frederick R. Smith. As a dedicated Methodist minister and circuit preacher, Ackworth brings to life the warmth and quirks of a close-knit community in his acclaimed work, Clog Shop Chronicles. This collection features 12 delightful stories that weave together the lives of an entertaining cast of characters who gather around the clog shop fire. While the narratives are sometimes sentimental, Ackworth masterfully ...

Dive into the heartwarming world of Beckside Lights, the sequel to John Ackworths beloved Clog Shop Chronicles. Authored by the Rev. Frederick R. Smith, a dedicated Methodist minister, this collection of 12 enchanting tales unfolds in the fictional village of Beckside—nestled somewhere between Manchester and Bolton. Here, in a tight-knit Methodist community, Ackworth captures the essence of everyday life with a delightful blend of sentimentality and irony. His characters come alive around Jabez Cleggs clog shop fire, sharing stories that resonate with warmth and humor. Ackworth’s mastery ...

In the wake of his short story collections, Clog Shop Chronicles and Beckside Lights, John Ackworth brings the delightful escapades of clogger Jabez Clegg and his quirky Beckside friends to a thrilling conclusion with a novel. Enter Jabezs spirited niece, Doxie Dent, who has blossomed in the bustling streets of Lunnon. When she arrives in the quaint Lancashire village, her charming southern flair captivates the locals, but Jabez remains decidedly unimpressed. Join Phil Benson as he narrates this captivating tale of family, culture clash, and the joys of homecoming.