Cathryn J. Pearce
Cornish Wrecking, 1700-1860: Reality and Popular Myth
- ISBN 13:
- 9781843835554
- author:
- Cathryn J. Pearce
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Boydell Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 278
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 15.9 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- Travel & Holiday, Countries & Regions, United Kingdom
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Cornish Wrecking: Separating Myth from Reality Cathryn J. Pearce's comprehensive study challenges the popular image of Cornish wreckers as villains deliberately luring ships onto the rocks. Through a systematic inquiry, she separates out myth from fact, exploring the development of wreck law and the responses of a coastal populace to changing circumstances. Pearce examines how moral attitudes towards wrecking evolved over time, revealing a complex picture of a coastal practice that was both sophisticated and multifaceted. The author's research draws on legal, social, and cultural history to shed new light on this often-misunderstood topic. By dispelling the myth of evil wreckers, Pearce offers a nuanced understanding of the Cornish people's relationship with the sea, one that highlights the intricate relationships between coastal communities, the law, and the natural environment.
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