“Lemon Hart (1768-1845) of Penzance is the most well-known of the many Jews who lived in Cornwall in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and he is famous for the rum which still bears his name today. Over time, his story has been subject to embellishment and a colourful mythology has developed around him… This study attempts to separate fact from fiction and aims to give an accurate picture of this successful Cornish merchant, who moved to London in 1811.” (Intro.)

Published by Penlee House Gallery and Museum, Penzance.

44 pages, illustrations (coloured), genealogical tables.

ISBN 978-0-9928526-3-4