Cornish Worthies: Sketches of Some Eminent Cornish Men and Families, Volume 1 (of 2)

"Cornish Worthies: Sketches of Some Eminent Cornish Men and Families, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Walter H. (Walter Hawken) Tregellas is a collection of stories about famous people and families from Cornwall in the 1800s, and it shows why they were important. The book includes different types of people like charity givers, leaders in government, soldiers, and artists, all of whom helped make Cornwall what it was. The writer starts by saying it's important to remember these people because they are often forgotten. He explains why he picked these specific people for the book—because they were important and interesting. He then introduces Ralph Allen, who was good at business and giving to charity, and John Anstis, who was a historian, showing how these people made a big impact on Cornwall.