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POCKET CORNWALL is a
new and rapidly expanding series of books on Cornwall and
its culture. Books you can trust, each one provides an
informed and highly illustrated introduction to its subject.
Explore Cornwall with Pocket Cornwall… they’re great
little books, and great value for money.
Pocket Cornwall was shortlisted in the
prestigious British Book Design and Production Awards 2008,
in the Brand/Series identity category.
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| By David Chapman
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| ISBN: 9780906720554
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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More than 250 species of birds are recorded in Cornwall every year. This books includes them all, with 162 spectacular colour photographs of all the common ones, most of the uncommon ones, and some of the rarer birds. It includes 'at a glance' details of seasons, habitats, status, and places in which to see them.
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| By Simon Camm
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| ISBN: 9780906720714
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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Cornwall is extraordinarily rich in minerals. This guide includes a general introduction to the geology of the county, and describes the formation of minerals discussed in the book. It looks at different regions of Cornwall, and examples of rocks and minerals that can be found there today, as well those discovered in the past.
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| By Bernard Deacon
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| ISBN: 9780906720721
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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Cornwall is a special place. It generates a fierce pride among its native sons and daughters, and a passionate attachment from newcomers. Dreams of Cornwall can also inspire the Cornish overseas, descendants of nineteenth-century emigrants.
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| By Michael Kent & Adrian Langdon
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| ISBN: 9780906720523
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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The Camel Estuary is famous for its outstanding natural beauty. Its magnificent scenery varies from the wood-lined banks at its tidal limits to the open waters and exposed shores at its mouth, and changes dramatically with the state of tide and the seasons. This book explores the Camel Estuary, its diverse habitats, and the wealth of plants and animals they support.
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| By David Chapman
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| ISBN: 9780906720561
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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Cornwall is almost surrounded by sea. Some 300 miles of coast includes majestic cliffs, sheltered harbours, creeks and estuaries, and magnificent beaches. This book focuses on the different types of coastal habitat – their geography, geology and wildlife.
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| By Steve Jones
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| ISBN: 9780906720745
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| CATEGORY: Pocket Cornwall
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The varied landscapes of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly are home to many diverse wildlife habitats. From coastal fringes to moorland peaks; from rivers and streams to woodlands and heaths; from farm land to mining landscapes of the past, even our own domestic gardens – all of these habitats support a fascinating array of insects. This book will allow everyone who enjoys exploring the countryside to identify the most commonly encountered species of insects in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including butterflies and moths; dragonflies and damselflies; grasshoppers and crickets; beetles; bumblebees; wasps, flies and bugs.
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| By David Chapman
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| ISBN: 9780906720660
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Long white beaches washed by a turquoise sea; rocks sculpted by wind, rain and sea-spray; exotic, subtropical plants; weather constantly changing, from storms lashing the coast, to sea mists with sun sparkling on the sea. This book captures the natural beauty of the Isles of Scilly, and gives a snapshot of their history.
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| By David Chapman
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| ISBN: 9780906720653
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Narrow streets and alleys; a harbour packed with boats; beaches of clean white sand and crystal-clear waters. Sunlight playing with colour, shadow and form. Located on a spectacular, sheltered bay, with its sweeping dune systems, estuary and the distant landmark of Godrevy Lighthouse, this is St Ives.
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| By David Chapman
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| ISBN: 9780906720646
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Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly are home to some of the best displays of wildflowers in the world. From primroses and carpets of bluebells in spring, through thrift, orchids and poppies in summer, to the stunning spectacle of heather and gorse in autumn, Cornwall has it all. This book includes over 300 species, and 240 colour photographs.
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