02412cam a22003013u 4500 48116 UtSlPG 20260610134115.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Paris, John Ayrton, 1785-1856 A Guide to the Mount's Bay and the Land's End : Comprehending the topography, botany, agriculture, fisheries, antiquities, mining, mineralogy and geology of West Cornwall Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-01-30 Produced by Chris Curnow, Moti Ben-Ari and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Guide to the Mount's Bay and the Land's End" by John Ayrton Paris is a comprehensive guidebook focusing on the geography, climate, and notable features of Western Cornwall, written in the early 19th century. The guide delves into various topics including topography, botany, geology, and local antiquities, aiming to provide information beneficial to both tourists and those seeking winter residence in the area, particularly invalids attracted by the noted mild climate. At the start of the guide, the author introduces the Mount's Bay and the Land's End district, painting a vivid picture of the region's captivating landscapes. He emphasizes Penzance as an excellent base for exploration, highlighting its growth and importance due to the favorable climate and increased interest in the natural sciences. The initial sections also outline the influence of geological studies embraced by the local Royal Geological Society, offering insights into the area's diverse natural history. The author sets the stage for further excursions throughout the region, including cultural observations and rich geological phenomena that would engage visitors and scholars alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cornwall (England : County) -- Guidebooks https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48116 88955 88955