Cornish Worthies: Sketches of Some Eminent Cornish Men and Families, Volume…
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"Cornish Worthies: Sketches of Some Eminent Cornish Men and Families, Volume II" by Walter H. Tregellas is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on notable Cornish figures and families, highlighting their contributions and impacts throughout history. The book delves into both the achievements and the legacies of these individuals, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Cornish history. At the start of the work,
Tregellas introduces the Grenville family, emphasizing their significant role in Cornish lineage and history. He sets the tone for a detailed exploration of their heritage, including notable members like Sir Richard Grenville and Sir Bevill Grenville, both of whom engaged in prominent military and political activities during their lifetimes. The opening portion outlines their ancient roots and the family's involvement in historical events, illustrating how the Grenvilles became emblematic of Cornish bravery and loyalty, especially during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tregellas, Walter H. (Walter Hawken), 1831-1894 |
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| Title | Cornish Worthies: Sketches of Some Eminent Cornish Men and Families, Volume 2 (of 2) |
| Contents | The Grenvilles of Stow -- Incledon -- The Killigrews -- Richard Lander -- The Rev. Henry Martyn, B.D. -- Opie -- The St. Aubyns of Clowance and the Mount -- Trevethick -- Vivian -- Index. |
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Produced by Chris Curnow, John Campbell 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: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Cornwall (England : County) -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46530 |
| Release Date | Aug 8, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 994 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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