A Journey Round My Room (1871) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165286133)

A Journey Round My Room is a literary work written by Xavier de Maistre in 1794, and published in 1871. The book is a unique and imaginative account of the author's journey around his own room, as he reflects on his life, his experiences, and his surroundings. The book is divided into 42 chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the room, from the furniture to the walls to the ceiling. De Maistre uses his journey around the room as a metaphor for the journey of life, and he reflects on the beauty and complexity of the world around him. He also explores the themes of solitude, introspection, and the power of imagination. The book is written in a whimsical and humorous style, and is filled with witty observations and clever insights. De Maistre's prose is elegant and poetic, and he uses vivid imagery and metaphors to bring the room to life. A Journey Round My Room is a unique and timeless work of literature, and is considered a classic of French literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or the art of introspection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Xavier de Maistre
ISBN-10: 1165286130
ISBN-13: 9781165286133
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 168
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d