The Prose Works of R. S. Hawker: Including Footprints of Former Men in Far Cornwall (1893)

By Robert Stephen Hawker

Book Overview

The Prose Works of R. S. Hawker is a collection of writings by Robert Stephen Hawker, a prominent figure in the literary and cultural history of Cornwall, England. The book includes his most famous work, Footprints of Former Men in Far Cornwall, which is a vivid and poetic exploration of the history and folklore of the region. The book also contains a variety of other prose works by Hawker, including essays, letters, and sermons, which offer insight into his life and beliefs. The writings are characterized by Hawker's distinctive style, which combines a deep love of nature and a reverence for the past with a mystical and often haunting sensibility. This edition of the book was originally published in 1893 and has since become a classic of Cornish literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, culture, and folklore of Cornwall, as well as for fans of Hawker's unique and evocative style of writing.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104398826
• ISBN13: 9781104398828
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"