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A Sentimental Journey
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Classic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025339931
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 256
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Sentimental Journey is a cornerstone of eighteenth-century literature, departing from the traditional travelogues of its era to explore the subjective and emotional landscape of its protagonist. Written by Laurence Sterne, the narrative follows Parson Yorick as he travels through France and Italy. Unlike his contemporaries, Yorick is less interested in monuments or historical sites and more focused on the fleeting encounters, personal connections, and subtle feelings that define the human experience.
This work is a masterpiece of the sentimental genre, blending wit, irony, and deep empathy. Through Yorick's eyes, Sterne explores the nuances of social interaction and the internal life of a traveler who seeks to learn from the heart rather than the guidebook. The narrative's fragmented, digressive style remains a radical experiment in fiction, influencing generations of writers with its playful subversion of form and its focus on interiority.
Presented with an insightful introduction by the modernist pioneer Virginia Woolf, this edition highlights the enduring relevance of Sterne's voice. A Sentimental Journey remains a vital study of human nature, humor, and the unpredictable paths of the wandering soul, making it an essential read for lovers of classic literature and literary history.
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