"The Journal of Montaigne's Travels in Italy by Way of Switzerland and Germany" by Michel de Montaigne is a historical travelogue from the late 1500s, chronicling the author's expedition through Switzerland, Germany, and Italy. It offers a window into the culture and society of the time through the eyes of a philosopher, capturing his experiences and thoughts on travel in a world very different from our own; accompanied by his brother and others, Montaigne begins his travels from France, touring towns - such as Meaux and Dormans - and providing details of local historical places, landmarks, and customs. The story highlights not only the regions' landscapes and cultures, but also the writer's humor, wonder, and philosophical reflections as they journey across various lands.
The journal of Montaigne's travels in Italy by way of Switzerland and Germany in 1580 and 1581, Volume 1 (of 3)
By Michel de Montaigne
Embark on a journey through 16th century Europe with a philosopher and his companions as they discover strange new lands and reflect on life's wonders.
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About the AuthorMichel Eyquem, Seigneur de Montaigne, commonly known as Michel de Montaigne, was one of the most significant philosophers of the French Renaissance. He is known for popularizing the essay as a literary genre. His work is noted for its merging of casual anecdotes and autobiography with intellectual insight. Montaigne had a direct influence on numerous Western writers; his massive volume Essais contains some of the most influential essays ever written.
Michel Eyquem, Seigneur de Montaigne, commonly known as Michel de Montaigne, was one of the most significant philosophers of the French Renaissance. He is known for popularizing the essay as a literary genre. His work is noted for its merging of casual anecdotes and autobiography with intellectual insight. Montaigne had a direct influence on numerous Western writers; his massive volume Essais contains some of the most influential essays ever written.
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