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

Originally published in 1933, this book presents an English translation of the French aristocrat François de La Rochefoucauld's travel memoir, Mélanges sur l'Angleterre.

Francois de la Rochefoucauld (Author), Jean Marchand (Edited by), S. C. Roberts (Translated by)

9781107492929, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 March 2015

296 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 1.7 cm, 0.32 kg

Originally published in 1933, this book presents an English translation of the French aristocrat François de La Rochefoucauld's travel memoir, Mélanges 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.

Introduction: Life of Francois de la Rochefoucauld
The visit to England
Arthur Young
Mélanges sur l'Angleterre
Notes
Index.

Subject Areas: British & Irish history [HBJD1]