The view of Montserrat is taken from a ship anchored off the main town of Plymouth. The fort at Plymouth is clearly visible, as is another on the right at Old Fort Point. While at least seven windmills for processing sugar cane are visible on estates around the island, Montserrat was, in fact, the least productive of the Leeward Islands in terms of sugar supplied to England. One of the major reasons, clearly visible in Hearne's panoramic view, was the mountainous terrain. On the right is the dominating volcanic mass of the Souffriere Hills, of which the highest point is Chance's Peak; the ravine of the White River is also visible here. The Central Hills, with the plateau of St. George's Hill above Plymouth, are to the left. On the extreme left of the image are the silhouettes of the distant islands of Redonda and Nevis