Archelaus Hosken's Dilemma - A Cornish Historical Comedy

When Archelaus Hosken is arrested for picking pockets at the Corpus Christi Fair in Penzance in 1807, he can imagine his fate! Hanging or transportation for the impudent young near-do-well would appear to be his imminent future. Then along comes Miss Patience Polmennor with a most interesting proposition. It appears that freedom is beckoning the young thief, but is he willing to pay Miss Polmennor's price to obtain it? In this light-hearted tale, follow the hero's trials and tribulations as he attempts to solve his dilemma and ensure his future happiness.