Excursions in the County of Cornwall Comprising a Concise Historical and Topographical Delineation of the Principal Towns and Villages, Together With Descriptions of the Residences of the Nobility and Gentry, Remains of Antiquity, and Every Other Interesting Object of Curiosity

"Excursions in the County of Cornwall" by Frederick Wilton Litchfield Stockdale is a guide offering a tour through the towns, villages, and historical sites of Cornwall in the early 1800s. Stockdale highlights Cornwall's beauty and historical importance, especially for those studying old artifacts and rocks. He notes the problems with creating the account because of Cornwall's out-of-the-way location from London. Stockdale prepares readers for a complete look at Cornwall’s background, environment, and important sites, created for both travelers and history fans.