BUSY EARTH
A Reader In Global Cornish Literature 1700-2000
Edited by Alan M. Kent and Gage Mckinney, preface by Philip Payton

Spanning 300 years, this reader compiles the very best of Global Cornish literature, written about lands where the Cornish traveled, emigrated and worked. Covering territories such as North and South America; Mexico; South Africa; Australia and New Zealand, the editors have trawled numerous sources to explore the way the Cornish saw themselves overseas.
This is a major compilation of Cousin Jack narratives and excerpts from novels, short stories, poetry, journals, letters, songs and journalism, documenting the global emigration of a Celtic people.
Hard-rock mining, food, dialect, Cornish language, domestic life and spirituality all come under scrutiny in this unique collection of literature.
Nice book of the busy Cousin Jack or Jennie, each article is brief and a wonderful treat when you want or can only spare a few minutes to read something about our Cornish background.

Soft cover, 6x9, 320 pages, $28.00