--- product_id: 297822592 title: "Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town" brand: "lamorna ash" price: "€ 26.53" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/297822592-dark-salt-clear-life-in-a-cornish-fishing-town store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town **Brand:** lamorna ash **Price:** € 26.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town by lamorna ash - **How much does it cost?** € 26.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/297822592-dark-salt-clear-life-in-a-cornish-fishing-town) ## Best For - lamorna ash enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted lamorna ash brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town ## Images ![Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81tYQeIikGL.jpg) ![Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RROQPJloL.jpg) ![Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iQO5QMalL.jpg) ![Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MVCoL1LRL.jpg) ![Dark, Salt, Clear: Life in a Cornish Fishing Town - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FVjnSc4EL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Don't let this one get away *by C***S on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 October 2020* I heard this book read by the author on Radio Four and was really taken by the description and experiences captured in this work of non-fiction. Named after one of the small coves near Penzance in Cornwall, this is Lamorna's first book and is an enthralling description of those involved in what remains of the fishing industry in the Cornish fishing town of Newlyn. Lamorna experiences first hand, life and work on a variety of the boats that use different fishing techniques to earn a living from the sea. This is more than a passive observation, as Lamorna mucks in with the crews by helping with the killing and gutting of the fish, often working nights on the boats and fish market. She was about 23 when she gathered her material, through her eyes and reactions we experience the work and lifestyle of those involved. We see life as lived by the residents and workers of Newlyn, including how the fishermen relax when ashore, and how they are driven to return to the sea as quickly as possible. Through the descriptions and interviews with the captains and key members of the crew on the boats, we learn about the life and aspirations of those left in this shrinking industry. We also meet some of the older residents of the town and learn of its history and way of life in 'the old days'. The style of the book is very lyrical but realistic, and at times frightening. It is laced with observations and comments from other authors on the British fishing industry and its history. However, this is not an academic book, but a tribute to those who work in the fishing industry in Cornwall, seen through the eyes of a young writer, and includes a lighter and humourous side as well as its darker elements. This is Lamorna Ash's first book and to say I was gobsmacked reading it, is an understatement. I wouldn't want to work on those boats, but I now have a very clear idea of what it would be like to spend days at sea in what can be, dangerous and exhausting work. This is an engaging book to highly recommend to you. I will be interested to see what this young author tackles next, whatever it is, I will read it! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars What a hard life *by P***K on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 April 2021* Not so much of a story but physical witness of what real people the men (and women) of the sea, the fisherman, have to face on a daily basis. Historical anecdotes are cleverly interwoven and I came away is awe of these heroes and of the author whom participated as part of her research including days away in the rough Atlantic. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Read if you love Du Marier, the sea, Cornwall etc *by L***E on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 December 2022* I couldn’t put down this evocative, intelligently-written book set in that most beautiful corner of the British Isles, Cornwall. Quality writing, sharp observations and the author’s self-effacing approach make this an exceptional read. I look forward to more from Lamorna Ash. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/297822592-dark-salt-clear-life-in-a-cornish-fishing-town](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/297822592-dark-salt-clear-life-in-a-cornish-fishing-town) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-07*