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A Frenchman in England 1784: Being the Melanges sur l'Angleterre of Francois de la Rochefoucauld

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Frenchman in England 1784: Being the Melanges sur l'Angleterre of Francois de la Rochefoucauld
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Francois de la Rochefoucauld
Edited by Jean Marchand
Translated by S. C. Roberts
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:296
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 127
Category/GenreBritish and Irish History
Classic travel writing
ISBN/Barcode 9781107492929
ClassificationsDewey:942.6073
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 12 March 2015
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Originally published in 1933, this book presents an English translation of the French aristocrat Francois de La Rochefoucauld's travel memoir, Melanges sur l'Angleterre. The text provides a detailed account of English manners and customs, together with a record of two journeys through Suffolk and Norfolk undertaken by La Rochefoucauld during 1784. An editorial introduction, comprehensive textual notes and illustrative figures are also included. This is a highly readable book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in travel writing and the history of East Anglia.