This is the first book of the new edition of Cornish Studies, now edited by Garry Tregidga. The third series of Cornish Studies seeks to continue the work of the Institute of Cornish Studies in promoting a greater knowledge and understanding of both contemporary and historical Cornwall. It encourages a comparative and interdisciplinary approach which is open to new perspectives, democratic scholarship and community engagement. Papers in this introductory volume relate to a broad range of topics including archaeology, archives, folklore, Film Studies, history, Cornish language, literature, photography and politics.