A Journey Round My Room by Xavier de Maistre
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About this eBook
| Author | Maistre, Xavier de, 1763-1852 |
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| Translator | Attwell, Henry, 1834- |
| Uniform Title | Voyage autour de ma chambre. English |
| Title | A Journey Round My Room |
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Produced by Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "A Journey Round My Room" by Xavier de Maistre is a reflective travel narrative written in the late 18th century. The author, confined for forty-two days in his room, undertakes a whimsical exploration of his surroundings, transforming the mundane into an adventure of the mind. Through his observations, he weaves a tapestry of philosophical musings and personal reflections that elevate the simple act of wandering within the confines of four walls into a profound journey rich with insight. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the spirit of this journey—a journey where the confines of physical space yield boundless opportunities for imagination and discovery. De Maistre sets the stage by encouraging readers to join him on this intimate voyage, one that leads to "a balm for the ills they suffer." He outlines his experiences in his room with a playful tone, celebrating the joy of exploration that defies typical travel constraints. The initial chapters set up the framework for reflections on various aspects of existence, from the comforting presence of familiar furnishings to deeper metaphysical inquiries, inviting readers to consider the treasures hidden in their own immediate environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62519 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 23, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 226 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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