Cornwall's Wonderland

Name: Cornwall's Wonderland
Author: Mabel Quiller-Couch

By Mabel Quiller-Couch

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About This Book

A curated selection of Cornish romances and folk legends is retold in plain, child-friendly prose, gathering tales of giants and their wrestling, enchanted isles, river-origin myths, fairy encounters and ointments, mermaids and buccas, wreckers and spectres, love and betrayal, and the medieval Tristan and Iseult romance. Each narrative is condensed and clarified to emphasize local supernatural motifs, landscape-bound origin stories, moral lessons, and dramatic episodes, presented as vivid, accessible tales that preserve regional color while removing obscure dialect and lengthy digressions.

About the Author

Mabel Quiller-Couch

Mabel Quiller-Couch was a British author known for her engaging children's literature and novels that often reflect the charm of rural life and the complexities of human relationships. Her works, such as "Anxious Audrey" and "Cornwall's Wonderland," showcase her ability to weave relatable characters into captivating narratives. Quiller-Couch's storytelling is characterized by a blend of humor and warmth, making her books appealing to both young readers and adults. Throughout her career, she contributed significantly to the genre of children's fiction, leaving a lasting impact on her audience.