The History of a Flintlock Pistol and the Peter Grubbs of Cornwall

By Samuel E. Dyke

""The History Of A Flintlock Pistol And The Peter Grubbs Of Cornwall"" is a book written by Samuel E. Dyke. The book tells the story of a flintlock pistol that was owned by Peter Grubbs, a man from Cornwall, England, in the 18th century. The book traces the history of the pistol from its creation to its acquisition by Grubbs and its subsequent use in various conflicts and battles. The author uses the story of the pistol to explore the social and political climate of Cornwall during the 18th century, as well as the wider context of British history. The book also delves into the life of Peter Grubbs and his family, providing a glimpse into the daily lives of people during this period.Overall, ""The History Of A Flintlock Pistol And The Peter Grubbs Of Cornwall"" is a fascinating exploration of the history of a single object and its place in the larger historical narrative. The book is an excellent read for anyone interested in British history, military history, or the history of everyday life in the 18th century.Papers Of The Lancaster County Historical Society, V59, No. 4, 1955.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258492822
• ISBN13: 9781258492823
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"