The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue By: Richard Carew (1555-1620)
Richard Carew's "The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue" is a remarkable piece of literature that blends historical research with linguistic exploration. Carew's extensive survey of Cornwall provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the region's geography, architecture, culture, and people during the Elizabethan era. Carew's attention to detail is impressive, as he meticulously describes the landscapes and landmarks of Cornwall. From the rugged coastlines to the enchanting forests, he paints vivid pictures that transport the reader right into the heart of this captivating region. Furthermore, his knowledge of Cornwall's history shines through, allowing readers to appreciate the rich heritage of England's southwestern tip. In addition to the survey, Carew includes an epistle that focuses on the English language's greatness. He eloquently praises its beauty, flexibility, and expressive power. Carew's deep appreciation for his native tongue is evident throughout his writing, as he effortlessly weaves in examples that showcase the complexity and richness of the English language. His enthusiasm and passion for English are infectious, igniting a sense of pride and love for the language in anyone who reads his words. One of the most notable aspects of Carew's work is his ability to seamlessly merge his survey with his linguistic analysis. By intertwining these two themes, he shines a light on the importance of language in understanding and appreciating the world around us. Through his descriptive language, Carew demonstrates that words have the power to bring places to life, unveiling their mysteries and encapsulating their essence. "The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue" is a literary gem that showcases Carew's exceptional scholarship and profound love for his subject matter. It offers readers a fascinating glimpse into both the historical tapestry of Cornwall and the magnificence of the English language. Carew's work is a testament to the enduring power of words and their ability to transcend time, making this book a must-read for history enthusiasts, language aficionados, and anyone seeking a captivating literary journey. First Page: This E text was prepared by Steve Gilbert using an Armari PC, a Hewlett Packard Scanjet 5400c scanner, ABBYY FineReader Pro 6.0 OCR software, and Microsoft Notepad. August October 2003. Contact: Steve Gilbert s.j.gilbert@darkviolet.co.uk 8 Cheyne Avenue, s.j.gilbert@mensada.com London E18 2DR, s.j.gilbert@physics.org UK. s.j.gilbert@qmw.ac.uk mythical@dircon.co.uk Transcribers notes: i) This transcript retains the original spelling, except for the obsolete "long ess" character which has been replaced by 's' throughout. Spellings of proper names tend to be phonetic and haphazard. Eg Pensanz, Pensans, Pensants, Pensance, and Penzance are all the same place. ii) The Latin is worse than the English. I am 99.9% certain that I have transcribed it correctly, the doubt being where the printer has randomly mixed the "long ess" and "f" characters & neither form is in my Collin's Little Gem Latin Dictionary. iii) This transcript omits the original page numbering from the introduction and appendix, but retains it in the main text to support cross referencing and the index. Each double page spread was given a single page number... Continue reading book >>

The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue By: Richard Carew (1555-1620)

Richard Carew's "The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue" is a remarkable piece of literature that blends historical research with linguistic exploration. Carew's extensive survey of Cornwall provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the region's geography, architecture, culture, and people during the Elizabethan era.

Carew's attention to detail is impressive, as he meticulously describes the landscapes and landmarks of Cornwall. From the rugged coastlines to the enchanting forests, he paints vivid pictures that transport the reader right into the heart of this captivating region. Furthermore, his knowledge of Cornwall's history shines through, allowing readers to appreciate the rich heritage of England's southwestern tip.

In addition to the survey, Carew includes an epistle that focuses on the English language's greatness. He eloquently praises its beauty, flexibility, and expressive power. Carew's deep appreciation for his native tongue is evident throughout his writing, as he effortlessly weaves in examples that showcase the complexity and richness of the English language. His enthusiasm and passion for English are infectious, igniting a sense of pride and love for the language in anyone who reads his words.

One of the most notable aspects of Carew's work is his ability to seamlessly merge his survey with his linguistic analysis. By intertwining these two themes, he shines a light on the importance of language in understanding and appreciating the world around us. Through his descriptive language, Carew demonstrates that words have the power to bring places to life, unveiling their mysteries and encapsulating their essence.

"The Survey of Cornwall And an epistle concerning the excellencies of the English tongue" is a literary gem that showcases Carew's exceptional scholarship and profound love for his subject matter. It offers readers a fascinating glimpse into both the historical tapestry of Cornwall and the magnificence of the English language. Carew's work is a testament to the enduring power of words and their ability to transcend time, making this book a must-read for history enthusiasts, language aficionados, and anyone seeking a captivating literary journey.

First Page:

This E text was prepared by Steve Gilbert using an Armari PC, a Hewlett Packard Scanjet 5400c scanner, ABBYY FineReader Pro 6.0 OCR software, and Microsoft Notepad. August October 2003.

Contact:

Steve Gilbert s.j.gilbert@darkviolet.co.uk 8 Cheyne Avenue, s.j.gilbert@mensada.com London E18 2DR, s.j.gilbert@physics.org UK. s.j.gilbert@qmw.ac.uk mythical@dircon.co.uk

Transcribers notes:

i) This transcript retains the original spelling, except for the obsolete "long ess" character which has been replaced by 's' throughout.

Spellings of proper names tend to be phonetic and haphazard. Eg Pensanz, Pensans, Pensants, Pensance, and Penzance are all the same place.

ii) The Latin is worse than the English. I am 99.9% certain that I have transcribed it correctly, the doubt being where the printer has randomly mixed the "long ess" and "f" characters & neither form is in my Collin's Little Gem Latin Dictionary.

iii) This transcript omits the original page numbering from the introduction and appendix, but retains it in the main text to support cross referencing and the index.

Each double page spread was given a single page number... Continue reading book >>

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