A Guide to Mounts Bay and the Edge of the Land: A Description of the Topography, Botany, Agriculture, Fisheries, Archaeology, Mining, Mineralogy and Geology of West Cornwall by John Ayrton Paris is an important source of knowledge about the uniqueness and diversity of nature and culture in West Cornwall. Enriched with detailed descriptions of the landscape, vegetation, farming, fishing, antiquities, mining, minerals and geological features of the region, this guide gives readers an in-depth look at all aspects of life and activity in West Cornwall. The author carefully researched and systematized the information, which makes the book an indispensable source of knowledge for anyone interested in the history and nature of this magical region.