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Myths and Legends of Cornwall: 30 Strange Stories of Eccentric Characters, Piskey Tricks, and Curious Cornish Lore

Myths and Legends of Cornwall: 30 Strange Stories of Eccentric Characters, Piskey Tricks, and Curious Cornish Lore

Downing, J. T.
James, L. T.

Paperback

Series: Myths and Legends of the United Kingdom and Ireland: Celtic Folklore, Dark History, and Ancient Magi

Mythology & FolkloreGreat BritainBritish History

ISBN13: 9798191225456
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 6 2026
Pages: 132
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.28 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
**Pasties, giants, foul-mouthed fishwives, and piskey tricks-welcome to the real Cornwall.**

Cornwall is a land set apart. Jitting out into the Atlantic Ocean, this ancient granite peninsula has always marched to the beat of its own drum. But beyond the postcard beaches and pasty shops lies a rich, wonderful history packed with larger-than-life characters, centuries-old tall tales, and eccentric local traditions that couldn't exist anywhere else on Earth.

In ***Myths and Legends of Cornwall***, embark on a delightful, warm, and fascinating journey through the lighter side of Kernow folklore. From the vicar who wore a pink bishop's hat and excommunicated his cat, to the real reason the Devil refused to cross the River Tamar, this captivating collection gathers the most colorful, strange, and authentic legends in Cornish history.

Relying strictly on verified local histories, 18th-century parish records, and traditional oral lore, this book celebrates the wit, independence, and unique charm of an unbeatable coastal region.

**Step onto the cliff path and discover: **

- **Why the Devil Feared the Cornish Pasty: ** The hilarious folk tradition explaining why Old Nick refused to cross the Tamar for fear of being baked into a crust.

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