2019
FIVE MILLION TIDES: A BIOGRAPHY OF THE HELFORD RIVER
A new book on the colourful history of the Helford has been penned by one of PNYC’s very own members, Christian Boulton. Due to be published in May, Five Million Tides is described by Sir Tim Rice in his forward as having been written with “skill, panache, enthusiasm and authenticity”.
Very different in tone to the wonderful History of Port Navas by Peggy Shepherd, the book will no doubt appeal to resident and visitor alike – especially as the author believes that the Helford was one of the most important waterways in Britain during prehistory. There is also a chapter dedicated to the river’s association with “villainous seafarers” and another to early Christianity. Unsurprisingly, Port Navas and its various settlements get plenty of mentions too.
Five Million Tides: A Biography fo the Helford River is now available to pre-order online and PNYC will have a few copies available for sale once released.