Cornish Saints & Sinners

Harris, J. HenryProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.1

Word count: 445K words
Chapters: 45

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Cornish Saints & Sinners by J. Henry HarrisAuthor: Harris, J. Henry,Language: English, Class: DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe, Release Date: Aug 26, 2014

Editor's review

Written by J. Henry Harris, this book deals with saints and sinners of Cornwall and belongs to the history category (class DA) in the Project Gutenberg free ebook series. The title "Saints & Sinners" suggests content centering on local religious and secular figures, suitable for readers interested in English local history, church history, and folklore. As a public-domain ebook, it preserves the original text, and its length and pacing make it suitable as supplementary material for thematic study, as well as a source of local anecdotal leads for history writers. Note that the book is an original English work from an earlier era, so its style and diction bear the marks of its time; readers are advised to consult background material on the geography and religious context of southwest England for better comprehension. It is not intended as a systematic general history or introductory overview.

Who it's for

A good fit for

English-language readers interested in Cornish local history and church history
Enthusiasts of English folklore and local saints' legends
History writers seeking anecdotal material on local figures
Deep readers accustomed to public-domain English originals

Not a good fit for

Readers with limited English proficiency who prefer a Chinese translation
Beginners seeking a systematic general history rather than a local thematic work
Researchers expecting modern scholarly annotation and references

Reading tips

Consult background material on Cornish geography and church history before reading the main text to lower the threshold of comprehension
Read in sections by figure or chapter, noting place names and personal names for cross-reference
Read alongside works on English saints' legends or local history for mutual corroboration
When encountering archaic wording, infer from context rather than checking every word, to maintain reading rhythm

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or English?

This is an English public-domain e-book released by Project Gutenberg. The main text is in English with no Chinese translation. It suits readers with some English reading ability; Chinese readers can use it as an English original for reading or reference.

Is it suitable as an introductory book on Cornish history?

Not really. This is a local work centered on saints and sinners rather than a systematic general history. To build an overall framework, start with a general history of Cornwall or an overview of English church history, then use this book as a topical supplement.

What background knowledge is needed for reading?

Some familiarity with the geography of southwest England, the spread of Christianity in Cornwall, and local saint legends will help. The book contains dense names and place names, so familiarizing yourself with the basic background in advance will noticeably improve reading fluency.

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About the author

Harris, J. Henry Author

J. Henry Harris is an author about whom limited public information is available; details such as nationality, birth and death dates, and educational background are not clearly recorded, and only one of his works is held in the collection. His best-known work is Cornish Saints & Sinners. Judging from its title and subject matter, the book focuses on local figures and the religious and secular life of Cornwall, England, touching on saints' legends and the everyday people of the region, and it takes the form of local history and folklore writing. Works of this kind usually centre on regional culture, presenting local beliefs and social life through anecdotes about individuals, in a narrative and accessible style suited to readers interested in Cornish history and folklore. Owing to limited materials, his full body of work and influence cannot yet be fully assessed; it can only be confirmed that he is remembered for a single work in this field.