Popular Romances of the West of England, Or, the Drolls, Traditions and Superstitions of Old Cornwall; Volume 1

First published in 1865, this book collects a series of folktales and legends from Cornwall, England. From supernatural encounters to moral tales, these stories offer a fascinating glimpse into the culture and superstitions of the region. With extensive notes and commentary by Robert Hunt, a prominent Cornish historian and folklorist, this book remains an important resource for those interested in the folklore of the British Isles.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.