Demelza
Demelza

Author: Winston Graham

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2010-06-01

Total Pages: 422

ISBN-13: 1402254253

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NOW A MASTERPIECETM SERIES ON PBS® The second novel in the gripping Poldark Saga, a historical fiction series following the life and love of the Poldark family, perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Outlander. In the enchanting second novel in Winston Graham's beloved Poldark series, Demelza Carne, an impoverished miner's daughter, rescued by Ross Poldark from a fairground brawl, now happily finds herself his wife. But these historic and turbulent years put their romance to the test. As Ross launches into a bitter struggle for the right of the mining communities, Demelza's efforts to adapt to the ways of the gentry (and her husband) challenge her to rethink everything. When tragedy strikes and sows the seeds of rivalry between Ross and the powerful George Warleggan, will Demelza manage to bridge their differences before they destroy her marriage and her chance at happiness? Amid the turbulent history of 18th century England, Demelza continues the Poldark family saga and sweeps readers into one of the greatest historical romances of all time.

A Concise Dictionary of Cornish Place-names
A Concise Dictionary of Cornish Place-names

Author: Craig Weatherhill

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781904808220

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This dictionary offers in a concise format more than 3,300 place-names. The recommendations preserve the authentic and attested linguistic forms while at the same time honoring the traditional orthographic forms visible on the Cornish landscape for at least four centuries.

Cornish Family Names
Cornish Family Names

Author: Bob Richards

Publisher: History Press (SC)

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780752449760

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The Cornish have for a long time long considered themselves a race apart from the English and their origins are indeed more related to those of the Welsh, Scottish and Breton peoples than to most others east of the River Tamar. Almost every town and village in Cornwall has been used as a surname, and the traditional Cornish trades of fishing and mining have also provided inspiration for family names. Features of the landscape such as hills and rivers have had a huge effect, with many of these containing elements of some names which can be tracked back to the old Celtic language, for example the prefixes Pen (headland) and Pol (pool). A lot of names are tied to a particular area of Cornwall: Rodda and Bottrell are seldom found east of Penzance, whilst names like Odgers, Opie and Wearne are most common in mid-Cornwall around the mining areas of Redruth and Gwennap. Surnames can reveal a lot about family history, but their origins can be difficult to trace. This handy lexicon, drawn together from an exhaustive research, serves as an ideal starting point for tracing ancestry. Packed with information about notable families and migration, this is also an ideal book for anyone interested in the story of Cornish people.

His Lady Deceived
His Lady Deceived

Author: Cheryl Bolen

Publisher: Harper & Appleton

Published: 2019-09-03

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 1950000133

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Lady Sarah Milton’s spinsterhood is not because she hasn’t received proposals of marriage. Her beauty and dowry have attracted many. It’s just that the men who have proposed don’t appeal to her. One man who does, the sport-mad Alfred Wickham, doesn’t know she exists. Therefore, when his mother invites her family to spend Yuletide with her extended family at the home of the Duke and Duchess of Radcliff, Lady Sarah jumps at the chance. Alfred Wickham is not happy. His matchmaking mother fancies an alliance between him and some well-bred young miss he’s to meet at the Radcliffs’. The last thing Alfred wants is to tie himself down in matrimony--and, besides, he’s never been attracted to well-bred ladies. He’ll show them! He enlists his best friend, Lord Pottinger, to intervene. Potts is to inform the miss of Alfred’s wicked ways: his gaming, his recklessness, and his (feigned) understanding with an actress. Once Potts has succeeded in poisoning Lady Sarah against his friend, Alfred realizes he’s made a most dreadful mistake . . .

Cornish Place Names & Language
Cornish Place Names & Language

Author: Craig Weatherhill

Publisher: Sigma Press

Published: 2007-01-01

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 9781850588375

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What are the origins of the Cornish language? And what do the strange and beautiful placenames in the county really mean? This book explores local history, folklore, stories and poetry in order to reveal the history of this ancient language.

The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland
The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland

Author: Patrick Hanks

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016-11-17

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 0192527479

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Containing entries for more than 45,000 English, Scottish, Welsh, Irish, Cornish, and immigrant surnames, The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland is the ultimate reference work on family names of the UK. The Dictionary includes every surname that currently has more than 100 bearers. Each entry contains lists of variant spellings of the name, an explanation of its origins (including the etymology), lists of early bearers showing evidence for formation and continuity from the date of formation down to the 19th century, geographical distribution, and, where relevant, genealogical and bibliographical notes, making this a fully comprehensive work on family names. This authoritative guide also includes an introductory essay explaining the historical background, formation, and typology of surnames and a guide to surnames research and family history research. Additional material also includes a list of published and unpublished lists of surnames from the Middle Ages to the present day.