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Cornwall's spectacular shoreline, with its brutal cliffs, desolate moors and pre-historic coastal settlements, has long held a source of fascination for those who cross the Duchy's boundary line. Yet despite the endurance of seascapes and ancient landscapes, which remain hidden from mainstream tourist routes, there are, throughout Cornwall, stories of…

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A fascinating description of the Cornish way of life as it was in the late 19th and earlier part of the 20th century.

I especially enjoyed the many early photographs of places, activities, and people which really enliven the text – good background information for my writing project.

From Sue's list on Cornish history.

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