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by admin | May 12, 2018 | Acquisitions, Blog, Morrab Library

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A suitably spooky subject in the lead up to All Ha A suitably spooky subject in the lead up to All Hallow’s Eve! Dr Serena Trowbridge gave a talk about Mary Shelley’s classic novel and it’s impacts on the literary world. Frankenstein and its legacies with Serena Trowbridge Find this talk, as well as all the other recordings of previous talks, here: https://shorturl.at/rgszw After watching, any donation, no matter how small, really helps the Library. #explore #cornwall #library #talk
Our photo Friday takes us away from Penzance, abou Our photo Friday takes us away from Penzance, about an hours drive from the Library's red doors. Do you know the legend of the Owlman of Mawnan Smith? This is a slightly more ‘modern’ folktale, with its roots based on a sighting of the beast by 2 boys in 1926. A report from the Cornish Echo recounts how the terrified boys ran and took cover behind a large metal grate. The next reported sighting came some 50 years later in 1976. Two witnesses described an abnormally large bird resembling a giant owl flying over the tower of the 13th century parish church in Mawnan Smith. Stanley Opie, “Mawnan Church,” Morrab Library Photographic Archive #photofriday #exploreyourarchive #photoarchive
A spotlight on our amazing Photo Archive. The bri A spotlight on our amazing Photo Archive. The brilliant team of volunteers that spearhead this project are continually updating the online catalogue (which is great fun to explore!) https://morrablibrary.org.uk/photo-archive/ You can also watch a recording of ‘Highlights of the photo archive’ with the Photo Archive manager, David Puddifoot. https://morrablibrary.org.uk/librarytalks/ Image: “Photographer E Richards on winch,” Morrab Library Photographic Archive. #Library #donate #exploreyourarchive #photoarchive
A plaque, still found at the Union Hotel on Chapel A plaque, still found at the Union Hotel on Chapel Street in Penzance, commemorates the first announcement to the British public about the ‘Victory of the Battle of Trafalgar’ on 21st October 1805. It is supposed that word travelled back to Penzance before anywhere else with fishermen that passed the fleet returning from Trafalgar, though this account has been disputed by historians. Image: “Plaque from the Union Hotel , Chapel Street , Penzance , commemorating the announcement of the Battle of Trafalgar Victory. 1803,” Morrab Library Photographic Archive #exploreyourarchive #photoarchive #trafalgar
David Cornwell, better known by his pen name John David Cornwell, better known by his pen name John le Carré, was born in 1931 on 19th October. He was a passionate supporter and friend of Morrab Library for many years. As well as holding the role of President from 1997-2002, he later continued for many years as our Patron. His relationship with the Library stretched even further back to the 1970’s. Nick Harkaway, author of the Sunday Times Bestseller ‘Karla’s Choice’ and son of John le Carré, will give the second John le Carré Memorial Lecture at the Acorn Theatre on Sunday 16th November. Tickets are available directly from the theatre. Read more about the lecture and purchasing tickets via the link in bio. Portrait in the Morrab Library by Gary Long. #JohnLeCarre #LibraryEvents #NickHarkaway #SpyNovel @acornpenzance
Is it too early to talk about Christmas? For today Is it too early to talk about Christmas? For today’s Photo Friday, we combined this month's theme of Allantide/Halloween with a gentle reminder that the festive season seems to be sneaking ever closer… This photo has some people dressed in fancy dress, but at Christmas! Group in Fancy Dress Christmas 1953 Morrab Library Photographic Archive #photofriday #exploreyourarchive #photoarchive
Yes, it's that time already! Our Christmas Fair is Yes, it's that time already! Our Christmas Fair is on the 22nd November, and will feature lots of stalls from West Cornwall’s local makers – a perfect opportunity to start Christmas shopping and support your library at the same time. There will also be second hand books and historic photographs for sale, and our wonderful refreshments room with delicious home-made treats.Try your luck with our raffle which will feature some wonderful prizes. Some stalls will only be able to accept cash so please bring some along with you. Members and non members alike are all welcome – please spread the word! 22nd November, from 10am til 2pm. Poster illustration by Harriet-Jade Harrow @harrietjadeharrow #library #craftfair #art #artwork #independent #artists #events
Claire Lucas’ exhibition of work continues throu Claire Lucas’ exhibition of work continues throughout the week, here at the Library. She has been drawing small pencil portraits of members, volunteers and staff, as well as capturing their thoughts about the library. Over the course of this week, Claire will be working on more portraits, and seeking more input to create a collaborative piece of integrated art and writing. Claire will also be delivering a talk on Saturday afternoon - there are just a few spaces left, so book in soon. Pop in and see her work until Saturday morning. See our website for more information or link in bio. @clairelucasart #explore #cornwall #library #artist
With our focus on folklore this month, we thought With our focus on folklore this month, we thought we’d highlight ‘The Magic Ointment and other Cornish Legends’. It’s a wonderful miniature compendium of Cornish folk stories - filled to the brim with fairies, giants, witches and more! There are plenty of other Cornish gems in our collection, especially in the Children’s literature room. There is a small writing exercise on the children’s section of our website that will have you thinking up some of your own Cornish tales. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/dbusrc66 #Library #write #folktale #folklore
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