£27.00
Title: Cornwall A Shell Guide
Author: John Betjeman
Publisher : Faber & Faber
Publication: c1965 Reprint with Corrections
Format: Hardback
Condition: Covers are good with small tape mark to front and back. The dust jacket is good but has been trimmed slightly on inner flaps and a few light scuffs. Pages are clean and illustrated throughout. Ex school library book with stamp to publisher page.
Book measures: 23cm x 18cm with 142 pages
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John Betjeman’s “Cornwall A Shell Guide” offers a distinctive and poetic journey through this captivating English county. As part of the celebrated Shell Guide series, Betjeman’s keen eye and unique voice illuminate Cornwall’s rugged coastline, ancient landscapes, and charming villages. The guide transcends mere factual description, weaving in historical anecdotes, architectural observations, and personal reflections that capture the essence of the region.
Betjeman’s passion for the overlooked and the traditional shines through, as he directs readers to hidden gems, quirky churches, and the everyday beauty often missed by conventional guides. It’s an evocative exploration that combines practical information with literary flair, inviting readers to experience Cornwall not just as a place, but as a feeling, steeped in history and natural grandeur.
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