The Folklore of Cornwall

The Folklore of Cornwall
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Total Pages : 256
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ISBN-10 : 1804130737
ISBN-13 : 9781804130735
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Book Synopsis The Folklore of Cornwall by : Ronald M. James

Download or read book The Folklore of Cornwall written by Ronald M. James and published by . This book was released on 2022-07-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Piskies, mermaids, giants, and a revenant bridegroom: the stuff of legend. In the hands of skilled storytellers - the famed droll tellers of Cornwall - the result was magical. Considered in the context of narratives throughout Northern Europe, enchantment can be understood as well as enjoyed in this new way to look at Cornwall. 10b&w illus.


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