Trelawny’s Cornwall is a thoughtful blend of history and memoir, offering a deeply personal exploration of Cornwall’s past, present, and future. Petroc Trelawny travels slowly through the landscape, from old mine workings and ancient churches to places shaped by poets, musicians, architects, and filmmakers.

Along the way, he reflects on the Tamar, the Cornish language, Methodism, and Cornwall’s complex relationship with tourism, creating a rich and insightful portrait of a distinctive place.