The Autobiography of a Cornish Smuggler by Harry Carter
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"The Autobiography of a Cornish Smuggler" by Harry Carter is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This narrative explores the life of Captain Harry Carter, who reflects on his experiences as a smuggler in Cornwall during a time when the region was notorious for such activities. The book offers an authentic perspective on smuggling, the local culture, and the societal attitudes of the time, focusing on the intersection of
his criminal enterprises and personal faith. At the start of the autobiography, Carter expresses his intention to document the significant events of his life, driven by both personal reflection and a sense of divine inspiration. He begins by recounting his humble origins in Cornwall, detailing his upbringing in a large family and the early years of his labor in the mines. As he matures, he transitions into smuggling, which he describes with a mix of pride and the moral struggles he faces as he is torn between his actions and his religious convictions. The opening sets the stage for an exploration of the duality of his life: a smuggler enriched by illicit trade yet grappling with personal redemption and the influence of Methodism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Carter, Harry, 1749-1829 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Cornish, John B. |
| Title |
The Autobiography of a Cornish Smuggler (Captain Harry Carter, of Prussia Cove) 1749-1809 |
| Edition | Second edition |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HJ: Social sciences: Public finance |
| Subject | Smuggling -- Great Britain -- History |
| Subject | Carter, Harry, 1749-1829 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40008 |
| Release Date | Jun 16, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 410 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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