A Sentimental Journey Through France and ItalyDigiCat, 15.09.2022 - 95 Seiten Laurence Sterne's 'A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy' is a groundbreaking work of literature that delves into the complexities of human emotions and experiences through the lens of a sentimental journey. Written in a style that combines humor, wit, and sentimentality, the book breaks away from traditional narrative structures, subverting reader expectations and inviting them to explore the intricacies of the human heart. Set against the backdrop of 18th century Europe, the book offers a rich portrayal of the cultural and social norms of the time, while also shedding light on universal themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Sterne's unique approach to storytelling and character development makes 'A Sentimental Journey' a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day. Laurence Sterne, a clergyman and novelist, drew inspiration from his own travels through France and Italy to write this profound work. His keen observations of human nature, coupled with his masterful storytelling abilities, have solidified his reputation as a literary genius. I highly recommend 'A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy' to readers who appreciate thought-provoking literature that challenges conventions and explores the depths of the human experience. |
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... heaven above, who let it fall upon a monk's shoulders best knows: but it would have suited a Bramin, and had I met it upon the plains of Indostan, I had reverenced it. The rest of his outline may be given in a few strokes; one might put ...
... heaven above, who let it fall upon a monk's shoulders best knows: but it would have suited a Bramin, and had I met it upon the plains of Indostan, I had reverenced it. The rest of his outline may be given in a few strokes; one might put ...
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... heaven be their resource who have no other but the charity of the world, the stock of which, I fear, is no way sufficient for the many great claims which are hourly made upon it. As I pronounced the words great claims, he gave a slight ...
... heaven be their resource who have no other but the charity of the world, the stock of which, I fear, is no way sufficient for the many great claims which are hourly made upon it. As I pronounced the words great claims, he gave a slight ...
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... heaven—and God is my record (before whose tribunal I must one day come and give an account of this work)—that I do not speak it vauntingly,—but there is no nation under heaven abounding with more variety of learning,—where the sciences ...
... heaven—and God is my record (before whose tribunal I must one day come and give an account of this work)—that I do not speak it vauntingly,—but there is no nation under heaven abounding with more variety of learning,—where the sciences ...
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... thy 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 the lady whom I had seen in conference with the IN THE STREET CALAIS.
... thy 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 the lady whom I had seen in conference with the IN THE STREET CALAIS.
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... Heaven forbid, indeed! said I, offering her my own;—she had a black pair of silk gloves, open only at the thumb and two fore-fingers, so accepted it without reserve,—and I led her up to the door of the Remise. Monsieur Dessein had ...
... Heaven forbid, indeed! said I, offering her my own;—she had a black pair of silk gloves, open only at the thumb and two fore-fingers, so accepted it without reserve,—and I led her up to the door of the Remise. Monsieur Dessein had ...
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added affections better betwixt CALAIS called close coming continued Count dear Dessein door eyes face fair feel fellow felt fille de chambre Fleur France French gave girl give given half hand head heart heaven hold honour hour idea instantly Italy kind La Fleur lady laid least leave look look’d Madame manner Maria master mind Monsieur nature never night once Paris pass passage PASSPORT pocket poor postilion present reason Remise replied road round scarce seemed sentiment side single sitting soul sous spirit step stood story street Table of Contents taken tell thee thing thou thought told took Traveller turn twas VERSAILLES walk’d walked whole wish woman Yorick young