The Folklore Of Cornwall
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Author | : Ronald M. James |
Publisher | : University of Exeter Press |
Total Pages | : 257 |
Release | : 2019-04-30 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 0859895343 |
By considering the folklore of Cornwall in a Northern European context, this book casts light on a treasury of often-ignored traditions. Folklore studies internationally have long considered Celtic material, but scholars have tended to overlook Cornwall’s collections. The Folklore of Cornwall fills this gap, placing neglected stories on a par with those from other regions where Celtic languages have deep roots. The Folklore of Cornwall demonstrates that Cornwall has a distinct body of oral tradition, even when examining legends and folktales that also appear elsewhere. The way in which Cornish droll tellers achieved this unique pattern is remarkable; with the publication of this book, it becomes possible for folklorists to look to the peninsula beyond the River Tamar for insight. A very readable text with popular appeal, this book serves as an introduction to folklore studies for the novice while also offering an alternative means to consider Cornish studies for advanced scholars. The comparative analysis combined with an innovative method of The Folklore of Cornwall is not to be found in other treatments of the subject.
Author | : Alex Langstone |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 312 |
Release | : 2020-02-08 |
Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | : 9780738765785 |
This book presents the first ever comprehensive focus on the folklore of eastern Cornwall, an ancient land steeped in legend and myth. It is populated by piskies, giants, and conjurors as well as the Devil's Dandy Dogs and the demonic specter of Tregeagle. Alex Langstone's ground-breaking study shares old tales of witches, charmers, supernatural encounters, and curious customs.
Author | : Cheryl Straffon |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 168 |
Release | : 2020-02-08 |
Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | : 9780738765761 |
In this fabulous exploration of the Cornish Celtic Otherworld, Cheryl Straffon shares stories, myths, and legends of supernatural beings such as fairies, piskies, mermaids, witches, giants, and other strange and wonderful creatures. These expertly told stories will help you transform your perspective on the traditional integration of spiritual energies so that even the mundane world will become more magical.
Author | : Michael Everson |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 114 |
Release | : 2011-09 |
Genre | : Comics & Graphic Novels |
ISBN | : 9781904808732 |
Cornish folktales about giants, mermaids, and so on are retold in this colourful graphic novel format.
Author | : Mike O'Connor |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 205 |
Release | : 2011-09-16 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0752470299 |
The ancient land of Cornwall is steeped in mysterious tradition, proud heritage and age-old folklore. Before books were widely available, wandering ‘droll tellers’ used to spread Cornish insight and humour to all parts of the Duchy – exchanging their tales for food and shelter. Anthony James was one such droll teller, and this collection follows him as he makes his way around Cornwall one glorious summer. Richly illustrated with hand-drawn images and woodcuts, Cornish Folk Tales will appeal to anyone captivated by this beautiful land and its resident kindly giants, mischievous piskeys, seductive mermaids, bold knights and barnacle-encrusted sea captains.
Author | : Joseph Jacobs |
Publisher | : The Planet |
Total Pages | : 44 |
Release | : 2013-02-13 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 1909115487 |
Jack the Giant Killer is the famous English fairy tale about a brave lad slaying hideous giants. Color illustrations by Hugh Thomson.
Author | : Anna Chorlton |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 231 |
Release | : 2019-06-03 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0750991836 |
Cornwall's rugged coast is etched with stories. Here you'll find tales of powerful mermaids, spiteful witches, crafty smugglers and woeful ghosts. Up on the moors are mischievous creatures, huge giants and elusive beasts. Let the piskeys lead you astray across the windy tors and sandy shorelines to experience wonder, miracles, secrets and magic. Bodmin Moor folklore writer Anna Chorlton retells tales of North and East Cornwall, illustrated by local artists and members of the community.
Author | : Enys Tregarthen |
Publisher | : Library of Alexandria |
Total Pages | : 156 |
Release | : |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 1465540059 |
Author | : Ronald M. James |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2022-07-19 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781804130735 |
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.
Author | : Nicholas Orme |
Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
Total Pages | : 326 |
Release | : 2000-01-06 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 019154289X |
Cornwall is unique among English counties, though similar to other Celtic lands, in its religious history. Its churches, chapels, and place-names commemorated not only the major saints of Christendom, but also many minor 'Celtic' ones, unique to single churches. This book breaks new ground by considering them all, comprehensively and in detail. The introduction explains how the cults came into existence, and how they shed light on early Christianity in the county. It follows their history up to the Reformation, and shows how popular devotion to the saints lingered even in the eighteenth century. The main part of the book provides a history of every known religious cult in Cornwall from the sixth century AD to the Reformation, with relevant information about its later history down to the present day. Every known site is identified (church, chapel, altar, image, holy well, or other outdoor feature), and every written source is discussed (saint's Life, liturgical commemoration, and calendar festival). This is the first time that a complete inventory of cults has been produced for an area as large as an English county. The work also includes many saints venerated in Brittany, Wales and England, and makes copious references to all three countries. It provides a major resource in the fields of medieval Church history, Reformation studies, folklore, and Celtic studies, as well as the history of Cornwall.