Synopsis
A Complete Parochial History Of The County Of Cornwall Ed. By J. Polsue. This volume presents a comprehensive antiquarian survey of Cornwall's parishes, their geography, churches, manors, and notable families. Drawing on authorities and local surveys, it records the origins and etymologies of place-names, describes parish boundaries, patronage, tithes, and ecclesiastical arrangements across dozens of parishes such as Advent, St. Agnes, Mithian, and St. Allen. It weaves genealogies of noble and gentry families (Tonkin, Bevill, Arundell, Grenville, Trevaunance), notes on historic beacons and mines, and transcribes inscriptions and epitaphs from churchyards and monuments. The text combines topographical description with antiquarian anecdotes, including discussions of ancient ruins, towers, mills, and chapels, and offers insight into medieval landholding, parish administration, and the development of Cornwall's parochial history. It serves as a reference for local history, genealogy, and architectural heritage of the region.
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