Speculi Britanniae Pars: A Topographical And Historical Description Of Cornwall (1728)

Speculi Britanniae Pars: A Topographical And Historical Description Of Cornwall (1728) is a book written by John Norden that provides a detailed account of the topography and history of Cornwall, a county in the southwest of England. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the geography and natural features of the county, including its rivers, hills, and coastline. The second part of the book delves into the history of Cornwall, providing a comprehensive overview of its political, social, and cultural development from prehistoric times to the early 18th century. Norden's writing is highly descriptive, providing readers with a vivid picture of the landscape and people of Cornwall. The book is considered an important historical document, both for its detailed account of Cornwall and for its insights into the social and cultural life of England during the early modern period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.