A Sentimental Journey Through France and ItalyGood Press, 19.11.2019 - 198 Seiten Laurence Sterne's A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy is a classic piece of English literature that offers a unique blend of travelogue and sentimentalism. Written in a whimsical and experimental style, the book follows the journey of the narrator through various cities in France and Italy, exploring the complexities of human emotions and interactions along the way. The narrative is characterized by its playful digressions, unconventional structure, and emotional depth, making it a groundbreaking work in the development of the novel as a literary form during the 18th century. Sterne, a clergyman and satirist, drew inspiration from his own travels through France and Italy to create this work. His background in both literature and theology is evident in the book's nuanced exploration of morality, sentiment, and the human condition. Through his skillful storytelling and philosophical insights, Sterne invites readers to reflect on the nature of human relationships and the quest for emotional fulfillment. I highly recommend A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy to readers interested in 18th-century English literature, travel writing, and sentimental fiction. Sterne's masterful blending of humor and pathos, coupled with his keen observations of human nature, makes this book a compelling and thought-provoking read that continues to resonate with modern audiences. |
Im Buch
Ergebnisse 1-5 von 50
Seite
... hand ! he pulls out his purse , and holding it airily and uncompressed , looks round him , as if he sought for an object to share it with . - In doing this , I felt every vessel in my frame dilate , —the arteries beat all cheerily ...
... hand ! he pulls out his purse , and holding it airily and uncompressed , looks round him , as if he sought for an object to share it with . - In doing this , I felt every vessel in my frame dilate , —the arteries beat all cheerily ...
Seite
... hand upon his breast (a slender white staff with which he journey'd being in his right)—when I had got close up to him, he introduced himself with the little story of the wants of his convent, and the poverty of his order;—and did it ...
... hand upon his breast (a slender white staff with which he journey'd being in his right)—when I had got close up to him, he introduced himself with the little story of the wants of his convent, and the poverty of his order;—and did it ...
Seite
... hand upon the sleeve of his tunic , in return for his appeal - we distinguish , my good father ! betwixt those who ... hands with resignation upon his breast , and retired . THE MONK . CALAIS . Table of Contents My heart smote me the ...
... hand upon the sleeve of his tunic , in return for his appeal - we distinguish , my good father ! betwixt those who ... hands with resignation upon his breast , and retired . THE MONK . CALAIS . Table of Contents My heart smote me the ...
Seite
... hand is against every man , and every man's hand against thee . - Heaven forbid ! said she , raising her hand up to her forehead , for I had turned full in front upon No pharmacopolist could sell one grain of hellebore , —not.
... hand is against every man , and every man's hand against thee . - Heaven forbid ! said she , raising her hand up to her forehead , for I had turned full in front upon No pharmacopolist could sell one grain of hellebore , —not.
Seite
... hand : we were as impatient as himself to have it opened ; and so attentive to the obstacle that I continued holding her hand almost without knowing it : so that Monsieur Dessein left us together with her hand in mine , and with our ...
... hand : we were as impatient as himself to have it opened ; and so attentive to the obstacle that I continued holding her hand almost without knowing it : so that Monsieur Dessein left us together with her hand in mine , and with our ...
Andere Ausgaben - Alle anzeigen
Häufige Begriffe und Wortgruppen
Abdera Bastile begg'd better betwixt bidet CALAIS chaise cried dear désobligeant Dieu door Duc de Choiseul Eugenius eyes face fair fille felt fille de chambre Fleur France gave girl give grisette half hand head heart heaven honour instantly La Fleur lady livre look look'd louis d'ors Madame de Rambouliet Maria Marquis master mind monk Mons Monsieur Dessein Monsieur le Count Monsieur le Duc MONTREUIL NAMPONT nature never night notary numbers old French officer Opera Comique Paris parterre pass’d passport pâtés peregrine martyrs pocket Pont Neuf poor fellow portmanteau postilion quoth Remise replied round scarce sentiment side Smelfungus soul sous spirit stood story street supper Table of Contents tell thee thing thou thought told took Traveller turn twas VERSAILLES Victor Hirtzler walk'd whilst whole wish'd woman word worse Yorick