The Granite Kingdom
A Cornish Journey
(Author) Tim HanniganA fascinating, lyrical account of an east-west walk across Britain's westernmost and most mysterious region. A distant and exotic Celtic land, domain of tin-miners, pirates, smugglers and evocatively named saints, somehow separate from the rest of our island... Few regions of Britain are as holidayed in, as well-loved or as mythologized as Cornwall. From the woodlands of the Tamar Valley to the remote peninsula of Penwith – via the wilderness of Bodmin Moor and coastal villages where tourism and fishing find an uneasy coexistence – Tim Hannigan undertakes a zigzagging journey on foot across Britain's westernmost region to discover how the real Cornwall, its landscapes, histories, communities and sense of identity, intersect with the many projections and tropes that writers, artists and others have placed upon it. Combining landscape and nature writing with deep cultural inquiry, The Granite Kingdom is a probing but highly accessible tour of one of Britain's most popular regions, juxtaposing history, myth, folklore and literary representation with the geographical and social reality of contemporary Cornwall.
Tim Hannigan
Tim Hannigan is a British author and travel writer known for his vivid storytelling and deep cultural insights. His works often focus on the history and culture of Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia. Hannigan's most notable works include "A Brief History of Indonesia" and "Raffles and the British Invasion of Java."
Hannigan's writing style is characterized by meticulous research, engaging narrative, and a passion for uncovering hidden stories and forgotten histories. His contributions to literature have shed light on lesser-known aspects of Indonesian history and culture, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Through his works, Hannigan has made a significant impact on the travel writing genre, offering readers a unique perspective on Southeast Asia and inspiring a deeper understanding and appreciation of the region. His most famous work, "A Brief History of Indonesia," has been praised for its comprehensive overview of the country's complex past and its engaging storytelling.
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