A Book of Cornwall

Step into the rugged charm of England’s westernmost peninsula, where ancient saints left their mark on every hill‑top and hidden valley. The guide weaves together folklore, early Christian history and a vivid catalogue of holy wells, stone crosses and modest chapels, each illustrated with period sketches and photographs that bring the past to life. Listeners will hear the stories of obscure Celtic monks whose names still echo in the names of tiny villages.

Beyond the spiritual landscape, the book turns its gaze to stone‑capped castles, the glitter of tin mines and the bustling ports that once thrummed with trade. Rich anecdotes about smuggling routes, sea‑borne legends and the peculiar customs of coastal towns such as Newquay and Penzance add a lively, human touch to the geography. The accompanying illustrations capture the textures of cliffs, harbours and market squares, letting the ear‑brain picture the scenery as it’s described.

Throughout, the narrator guides you through a patchwork of towns, marshes and headlands, from the quiet charm of the Lizard peninsula to the windswept drama of Land’s End and the distant Scilly Isles. Each chapter unfolds a slice of Cornwall’s layered identity—its myth, its industry, its enduring sense of place—making the journey feel both intimate and expansive.