Sam K. Horton Talk

A talk from the author of Gorse and Ragwort speaking on his new release of Cornish Folklore

The Eythin Legacy – Cornwall Libraries Tour

We are excited to welcome Sam Horton to Liskeard Library for his series of talks across Cornwall with Cornwall Libraries. Sam will be talking about his book Gorse and new release Ragwort which are both parts of “The Eythin Legacy” series.

Gorse:
For years, the villagers of Mirecoombe have turned to their Keeper, the old and battle-scarred Lord Pelagius Hunt, mediator between the worlds of men and fey, for help. But this is a time of change. Belief in the old ways, in the piskies and spriggans, has dimmed, kindled instead in the Reverend Cleaver’s fiery pulpit. His church stands proud above the mire; God’s name is whispered, hushed, loved. And now, death stalks Mirecoombe on the moor. There are corpses in the heather. There is blood in the gorse.
Ragwort:
A year on from the loss of Lord Pelagius Hunt of Mirecoombe, new Keeper Nancy Bligh is still struggling. She can banish the spirits and keep peace between the spriggans and piskies, but every time Nancy sleeps, she dreams of drowning. She is haunted by loss, and by whispers from all around of The Mother, and Nancy’s witchcraft. As the only witch left, Nancy is eager for any guidance she can have. When she discovers the possibility that her grandmother, the most powerful witch of her time, might still live, she seizes her chance. Desperate for answers, Nancy journeys across the Cornish wilds to find her grandmother and uncover the secrets of The Mother, before it is too late.

Dinner before the show
– Ratatouille – Served with a side of Cous Cous and Topped with Pesto
– Red lentil and Coconut Dhal – With Pink  Pickled Onions and Toasted Sourdough
– Bean Chilli – Topped with cheese, Pink pickled onions and served with nacho chips

We recommend arriving at 7pm if you’re eating with us.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you!