A Sentimental Journey Through France and ItalyDigiCat, 15.09.2022 - 95 Seiten In 'A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy,' Laurence Sterne masterfully crafts a narrative that intertwines whimsical adventures with explorations of human sentiment. Employing a distinctive literary style characterized by digression, conversational prose, and a stream-of-consciousness approach, the book offers an insight into the social mores and philosophies of the 18th century. As a travelogue, it stands apart for its emphasis on personal reflections over empirical descriptions, capturing the zeitgeist of the Enlightenment period while forging new frontiers in literary fiction. It is a work replete with subtle humor and emotional depth, worthy to be preserved and revisited as a testament to Sterne's literary innovativeness within its historical context.nLaurence Sterne, an Anglican clergyman and an author heralded for his unconventional narrative techniques, was significantly influenced by his own experiences and the cultural milieu of his time. 'A Sentimental Journey' is often viewed as a response to the Grand Tour tradition popular among the English gentry and a personal meditation on the nature of travel and human connection. Sterne's own travels through Europe imbue the text with authenticity and reflective wisdom, presenting readers with a deeply personal account that transcends the boundaries of traditional travel writing.nThis meticulous reproduction by DigiCat Publishing invites modern readers to delve into Sterne's delightful journey, not just as a historical artifact, but as a living piece of literature that resonates with contemporary understandings of introspection and human empathy. It is highly recommended to those who appreciate the interplay of wit and sentiment, to scholars of 18th-century literature, and to any who seek to understand the evolving shape of the narrative form. 'A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy' remains a poignant companion for all who journey through life with an open heart and a reflective mind. |
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... , cried I—what a moment for an orphan to have begg'd his father's portmanteau of me! THE. MONK. CALAIS. Table of Contents I HAD scarce uttered the words, when a poor monk CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS.
... , cried I—what a moment for an orphan to have begg'd his father's portmanteau of me! THE. MONK. CALAIS. Table of Contents I HAD scarce uttered the words, when a poor monk CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS THE MONK CALAIS.
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Laurence Sterne. I HAD scarce uttered the words, when a poor monk of the order of St. Francis came into the room to beg something for his convent. No man cares to have his virtues the sport of contingencies—or one man may be generous, as ...
Laurence Sterne. I HAD scarce uttered the words, when a poor monk of the order of St. Francis came into the room to beg something for his convent. No man cares to have his virtues the sport of contingencies—or one man may be generous, as ...
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... poor as I am, continued I, pointing at my portmanteau, full cheerfully should it have been open'd to you, for the ransom of the unfortunate.—The monk made me a bow.—But of all others, resumed I, the unfortunate of our own country ...
... poor as I am, continued I, pointing at my portmanteau, full cheerfully should it have been open'd to you, for the ransom of the unfortunate.—The monk made me a bow.—But of all others, resumed I, the unfortunate of our own country ...
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... poor Franciscan made no reply: a hectic of a moment pass'd across his cheek, but could not tarry—Nature seemed to have done with her resentments in him;—he showed none:—but letting his staff fall within his arms, he pressed both his ...
... poor Franciscan made no reply: a hectic of a moment pass'd across his cheek, but could not tarry—Nature seemed to have done with her resentments in him;—he showed none:—but letting his staff fall within his arms, he pressed both his ...
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... Poor Traveller, sailing and posting through the politer kingdoms of the globe, in pursuit of knowledge and improvements. Knowledge and improvements are to be got by sailing and posting for that purpose; but whether useful knowledge and ...
... Poor Traveller, sailing and posting through the politer kingdoms of the globe, in pursuit of knowledge and improvements. Knowledge and improvements are to be got by sailing and posting for that purpose; but whether useful knowledge and ...
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