The History of Cornwall Volume 1 is a comprehensive account of the history of Cornwall, a county in the southwest of England. Written by Hitchins and Fortescue, the book covers the period from the earliest records and traditions up to the present time, which in this case is 1824. The authors delve into the prehistoric era, the Roman occupation, the arrival of the Saxons, the Norman Conquest, and the Tudor and Stuart periods. They also cover the industrial revolution, the growth of mining and fishing industries, and the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on the county. The book provides a detailed analysis of the social, economic, and political history of Cornwall, as well as its cultural and artistic achievements. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cornwall or the history of England in general.In Two Volumes.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.