The Cornish Coast (South) , and the Isles of Scilly
Journey through Coastal Mysteries and Historic LandscapesBy Charles G. Harper
Length6h 33m
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In "The Cornish Coast (South) and the Isles of Scilly," Charles G. Harper masterfully captures the enchanting beauty and rich cultural landscape of Cornwall's southern coast and the Scilly Isles. Through his vivid prose and intricate illustrations, Harper weaves together personal anecdotes, historical insights, and the natural splendor of the region, offering readers a poetic yet informative exploration of this captivating locale. The book reflects Harper's keen eye for detail and his fascination with the maritime and geological features that define Cornwall, while also situating the narrative within the broader context of 19th-century British travel literature. Charles G. Harper was not only a prolific writer but also an avid artist and travel enthusiast. His passion for exploration and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the British coastline undoubtedly inspired him to document and celebrate the unique charm of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Harper'Äôs background in art and the vivid visual elements present in his work enhance the reader's experience, providing a visual journey alongside his descriptive narratives. I highly recommend "The Cornish Coast (South) and the Isles of Scilly" to those seeking a thorough understanding of this picturesque region, whether you are a traveler, historian, or lover of nature. Harper'Äôs eloquent narrative and captivating illustrations will transport you to the shores of Cornwall, making it an invaluable addition to any literary collection.
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GenreTravel
Length6 hrs 33 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I NEW BRIDGE—THE TAMAR—MORWELL ROCKS—CALSTOCK—COTHELE—PENTILLIE—LANDULPH
2CHAPTER II SALTASH—SALTASH BRIDGE—TREMATON CASTLE—ST. GERMANS—ANTONY—RAME—MOUNT EDGCUMBE—MILLBROOK
3CHAPTER III DOWNDERRY—LOOE—TALLAND—POLPERRO—LANTEGLOS-JUXTA-FOWEY
4CHAPTER IV FOWEY—THE FOWEY RIVER—ST. VEEP—GOLANT—LERRIN—ST. WINNOW—LOSTWITHIEL
5CHAPTER V POLKERRIS—MENABILLY—PAR—THE BISCOVEY STONE—CHARLESTOWN, ST. AUSTELL, AND THE CHINA-CLAY INDUSTRY—THE MENGU STONE—PORTHPEAN—MEVAGISSEY—ST. MICHAEL CAERHAYES—VERYAN—GERRANS—ST. ANTHONY-IN ROSELAND
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6CHAPTER VI ROSELAND—ST. MAWES—FALMOUTH
7CHAPTER VII FLUSHING—PENRYN AND THE KILLIGREW LADIES—MYLOR—ST. JUST-IN-ROSELAND—RESTRONGUET CREEK, DEVORAN AND ST. FEOCK—KING HARRY PASSAGE—RUAN CREEK—MALPAS—TRESILIAN CREEK AND THE SURRENDER OF THE CORNISH ARMY.
8CHAPTER VIII TRURO
9CHAPTER IX MAWNAN—HELFORD RIVER—MAWGAN-IN-MENEAGE—MANACCAN—ST. ANTHONY IN ROSELAND—THE MANACLES ROCKS—WRECK OF THE "MOHEGAN"—ST. KEVERNE.
10CHAPTER X COVERACK COVE—POLTESCO—RUAN MINOR—CADGWITH COVE—THE "DEVIL'S FRYING-PAN"—DOLOR HUGO—CHURCH COVE—LANDEWEDNACK—LIZARD TOWN—RUAN MAJOR—THE LIZARD LIGHTHOUSE.
11CHAPTER XI KYNANCE COVE—ASPARAGUS ISLAND—THE DEVIL'S POST-OFFICE—SIGNPOSTS—GUE GRAZE—MULLION COVE—WRECK OF THE "JONKHEER"—MARY MUNDY AND THE "OLD INN"
12CHAPTER XII POLDHU AND THE MARCONI STATION—MODERN CORNWALL—GUNWALLOE—THE "DOLLAR WRECK"—WRECK OF THE "BRANKELOW"—WRECKS OF THE "SUSAN AND REBECCA" AND OF H.M.S. "ANSON"—LOE BAR AND POOL—HELSTON AND ITS "FURRY"—PORTHLEVEN—BREAGE—WRECK OF THE "NOISIEL"—PENGERSICK CASTLE.
13CHAPTER XIII PRUSSIA COVE AND ITS SMUGGLERS—PERRANUTHNOE—ST. HILARY—MARAZION—ST. MICHAEL'S MOUNT—LUDGVAN—GULVAL
14CHAPTER XIV PENZANCE—NEWLYN AND THE "NEWLYN SCHOOL"—PAUL—DOLLY PENTREATH—MOUSEHOLE—LAMORNA—TREWOOFE AND THE LEVELIS FAMILY—BOLEIT—THE "MERRY MAIDENS"—PENBERTH COVE.
15CHAPTER XV THE LOGAN ROCK AND ITS STORY—PORTHCURNO AND THE TELEGRAPH STATION—ST. LEVAN—PORTH GWARRA—TOL-PEDN-PENWITH—CHAIR LADDER—LAND'S END.
16CHAPTER XVI THE LAND'S END DISTRICT—ST. BURYAN—SENNEN—LAND'S END—THE LONGSHIPS LIGHTHOUSE.
17CHAPTER XVII THE SCILLY ISLANDS—FLOWER-FARMING—THE INHABITED ISLANDS—ST. MARY'S—STAR CASTLE—SAMSON AND "ARMOREL OF LYONESSE"—SIR CLOUDESLEY SHOVEL—TRESCO—THE SEA-BIRDS.: FOOTNOTES:
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