The Life And Opinions Of Tristram Shandy, Gent.; Sentimental Journey Through France And Italy; Sermons, Letters, Etc. (1847) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169336643)

""The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gent.; Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy; Sermons, Letters, Etc."" is a collection of works by the English writer Laurence Sterne, published in 1847. The book is comprised of three main works: ""The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gent."", ""A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy"", and a selection of Sterne's sermons and letters. ""The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gent."" is a satirical novel that follows the life of the titular character, Tristram Shandy, and his eccentric family. The novel is known for its experimental narrative structure, which jumps back and forth in time and often digresses into tangential stories and musings. ""A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy"" is a travelogue that follows the narrator's journey through France and Italy, where he encounters various people and situations that evoke sentimental emotions. The work is notable for its vivid descriptions of landscapes, people, and customs, as well as its exploration of the theme of sensibility. The collection also includes a selection of Sterne's sermons and letters, which provide insight into his personal beliefs and values. Overall, ""The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gent.; Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy; Sermons, Letters, Etc."" is a comprehensive collection of Sterne's works that showcases his wit, humor, and unique narrative style.With A Life Of The Author.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: Laurence Sterne
ISBN-10: 1169336647
ISBN-13: 9781169336643
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.88d