The Life and Letters of R. S. Hawker : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163252611 : 1163252611 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""The Life and Letters of R. S. Hawker: Sometime Vicar of Morwenstow"" by Charles Edward Byles is a biography of the English poet and clergyman, Robert Stephen Hawker. The book covers Hawker's life, from his birth in 1803 to his death in 1875, and includes a collection of his personal letters. Hawker is best known for his poetry, particularly his collection of Cornish ballads, and for his role as the vicar of Morwenstow, a small village in Cornwall. Byles delves into Hawker's personal life, including his marriage to Charlotte Eliza Vyvyan and his struggles with depression and alcoholism. The book also explores Hawker's religious beliefs and his relationship with the Church of England. Overall, ""The Life and Letters of R. S. Hawker"" provides a comprehensive look at the life of a fascinating and complex figure in English literature and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsi