Story of a Journey to France
Anna Letitia Barbauld's Story of a Journey to France is a travelogue of her journey to France in 1792. The book follows her journey from London to Paris, and then to the provinces of France. Along the way, she visits many of the major cities and sights of the country, including the Palace of Versailles, the Louvre, and the cathedrals of Chartres and Notre Dame. She also visits the countryside, where she meets with local people and observes the customs and culture of the French people. Throughout her journey, she reflects on the political and social changes that have taken place in France since the Revolution, and the effects of the war with England. The book is an interesting and informative look at the culture and history of France during this tumultuous period.
By Anna Laetitia Barbauld · First published 1847 · Genre: Travel Writing, Autobiography, Historical Fiction