The way that historians describe Cornwall with the use of the prefix ‘post’ (post-industrial, post-romantic etc.) is, in some ways, patronising and unfair.
Fascinating on a personal level. I’m descended from Cornish tin miners, Methodists of a strong faith. Somewhere I have a photo of myself at Gwenapp Pit, where Maynard ancestors may have heard John Wesley preach.
A lovely introduction to a beautiful part of England, James. I grew up in Devon and remember a couple of family holidays in Cornwall as a child. The coastal scenery is majestic. Thank you for bringing back those memories.
"Having lived in Cornwall for over thirteen years, I can understand why so many artists and writers have felt inspired to move here." ~ Thank you for the reminder, James. This was a lovely read.
I could have written the exact same sentence, because I lived in Cornwall, in Carbis Bay to be precise, for over thirteen years, before moving on to Portugal.
Cornwall inspired me to start my writing journey. I wasn't inspired to move to St. Ives/ West Penwith because I was a writer. It was the area where the first seedlings of my writing sprouted. An unforgettable place. Thanks so much for sharing this piece and say Hi to Cornwall from me. 🐬 🏄
Fascinating on a personal level. I’m descended from Cornish tin miners, Methodists of a strong faith. Somewhere I have a photo of myself at Gwenapp Pit, where Maynard ancestors may have heard John Wesley preach.
Amazing! It's a special place.
And stunning.
A lovely introduction to a beautiful part of England, James. I grew up in Devon and remember a couple of family holidays in Cornwall as a child. The coastal scenery is majestic. Thank you for bringing back those memories.
a special place
"Having lived in Cornwall for over thirteen years, I can understand why so many artists and writers have felt inspired to move here." ~ Thank you for the reminder, James. This was a lovely read.
I could have written the exact same sentence, because I lived in Cornwall, in Carbis Bay to be precise, for over thirteen years, before moving on to Portugal.
Cornwall inspired me to start my writing journey. I wasn't inspired to move to St. Ives/ West Penwith because I was a writer. It was the area where the first seedlings of my writing sprouted. An unforgettable place. Thanks so much for sharing this piece and say Hi to Cornwall from me. 🐬 🏄
Wonderful to hear how much Cornwall inspired you, Veronika. I'll send it your love! ✨️