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Hook line : Discover Cornwall’s dramatic shores and the tough, skilled people who live there, from bustling fish towns to lone lighthouse keepers.
In Cornwall and Its Coasts, you glimpse a coast defined by wild rocks, busy harbors, and the daily rush of the sea. The narrative moves from Saltash’s modern railway bridge to the fish markets of St. Ives, where cellars and stores rise like cloisters and the air carries salt, oil, and the scent of fish. It paints life on the water as a steady cycle of work, danger, and skill, where boats ply cada year’s routes and a siege of nets becomes a new kind of art. The author reveals how the sea shapes towns, economies, and character, and how fishermen balance faith, courage, and craft in their daily routines.
- See how pilchards are caught by a long, precise seine, and how boats dart to harvest the school in tight galaxies of nets.
- Learn about the fish cellars, vast stores, and the sharp commerce that turns ocean bounty into local prosperity.
- Meet the lifeboats and the brave crews who train on the coast, facing storms to save ships and sailors.
- Explore legendary lighthouses, from Eddystone to Bell Rock and Skerryvore, and the keepers whose lamps keep mariners safe.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores Cornwall's unique landscape and rich history, characterized by a rugged coastline and an abundance of metals which have shaped its identity for centuries. The author delves into the region's geological origins to explain its scenic beauty, diverse flora, and mild climate that allows cultivation of exotic plants. Drawing on historical accounts, the book traces Cornwall's mining legacy, from its role as a source of tin for ancient civilizations to the present day, examining the lives of miners and the impact of mining on the region's economy and culture. Through descriptions of landmark sites like the Saltash viaduct and St. Michael's Mount, the author captures the grandeur of Cornwall's natural and architectural heritage. Offering insights into the social fabric of Cornish communities, the book highlights their strong sense of identity and the influence of the landscape on their customs and traditions. Ultimately, this book presents a comprehensive portrait of Cornwall, celebrating its natural beauty, historical significance, and the resilience of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331971566_0
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