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"The Survey of Cornwall" from Richard Carew. Richard Carew (17 July 1555, East Antony, Cornwall, England - 6 November 1620) was a Cornish translator and antiquary.
Includes the Reports of the Institution, which, prior to the establishment of the Journal, were issued separately.
In "The Survey of Cornwall," Richard Carew presents a meticulously detailed exploration of the historical, topographical, and cultural richness of Cornwall in the late 16th century. Employing a methodical prose style interwoven with vivid descriptions and personal observations, Carew's work serves as both a geographical account and a cultural biography. It reads as a pioneering example of regional literature, seeking to capture the essence of Cornwall'Äôs unique identity through a comprehensive survey of its landscape, dialects, and folklore, all tempered with a humanistic lens that draws on classical literary traditions. Richard Carew, a Cornish gentleman and historian, was deeply influen...
This publication is a celebration of the natural history of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, featuring 40 sites where flora and fauna may be seen in a variety of habitats, suggested walks, and some 580 species.
In this book readers are taken to 500 amazing wild locations with 30 weekend itineraries