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Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy is a novel by Laurence Sterne, first published in 1768. It stands as a seminal work of sentimental literature, combining humour, emotion, and philosophical reflections. The narrative follows Yorick, the novel's narrator, during his travels in France and Italy. Rather than offering detailed descriptions of the places, the story focuses on Yorick’s interactions with other characters, highlighting subtle moments of human connection. The book is celebrated for its intimate, subjective style and its emphasis on emotions, a fresh approach to travel writing at the time.
Released in February 1768, just weeks before Sterne’s death, the first edition of Sentimental Journey was met with praise. Its shift towards sentiment and emotional depth marked a departure from the bawdy humour of Tristram Shandy. Critics lauded its exploration of empathy and human connection, and some saw the character of Yorick as a reflection of Sterne himself. The novel’s innovative style and focus on psychological insight helped shape the sentimental novel genre and left a lasting impact, inspiring writers such as Goethe.
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Octavo. 176 pages, set in Monotype Bell and printed on Century Laid cotton paper in a limited edition of 25 copies. Hand-bound in half leather with marbled boards, gilt titles and decoration on the spine, with marbled edges.
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Brand new copy in a fine binding.
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