A Frenchman in England 1784

Originally published in 1933, this book presents an English translation of the French aristocrat Franois de La Rochefoucauld's travel memoir, Mlanges sur l'Angleterre. The text provides a detailed account of English manners and customs, together with a record of two journeys through Suffolk and Norfolk undertaken by La Rochefoucauld during 1784. An editorial introduction, comprehensive textual notes and illustrative figures are also included. This is a highly readable book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in travel writing and the history of East Anglia.