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Myths and Legends of Cornwall
30 Strange Stories of Eccentric Characters, Piskey Tricks, and Curious Cornish Lore
Verlag:
Independently Published Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36949262
EAN: 9798191225456
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Nicht auf Lager
Zustellung: Di, 20.10.2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 30.50
Beschreibung
Pasties, giants, foul-mouthed fishwives, and piskey tricks-welcome to the real Cornwall. Cornwall is a land set apart. Jitting out into the Atlantic Ocean, this ancient granite peninsula has always marched to the beat of its own drum. But beyond the postcard beaches and pasty shops lies a rich, wonderful history packed with larger-than-life characters, centuries-old tall tales, and eccentric local traditions that couldn't exist anywhere else on Earth. In Myths and Legends of Cornwall, embark on a delightful, warm, and fascinating journey through the lighter side of Kernow folklore. From the vicar who wore a pink bishop's hat and excommunicated his cat, to the real reason the Devil refused to cross the River Tamar, this captivating collection gathers the most colorful, strange, and authentic legends in Cornish history. Relying strictly on verified local histories, 18th-century parish records, and traditional oral lore, this book celebrates the wit, independence, and unique charm of an unbeatable coastal region. Step onto the cliff path and discover: - Why the Devil Feared the Cornish Pasty: The hilarious folk tradition explaining why Old Nick refused to cross the Tamar for fear of being baked into a crust. - The Smuggler Who Broke IN to the Customs House: The legendary John Carter of Prussia Cove, who stole back only his own seized tea crates to honor a promise to his customers. - The Parson Lowered Through the Roof: The buried church of St Enodoc, where the vicar climbed down a sand dune every year to keep his tithes. >Perfect for history lovers, holidaymakers, Cornish expats, and fans of British folklore, this book is your ultimate guide to the eccentric, beautiful, and endlessly curious spirit of Cornwall. Grab a pasty, pull up a chair, and mind the piskies.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- L T James
- J T Downing
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 132