"The Journal of Montaigne's Travels in Italy by Way of Switzerland and Germany" by Michel de Montaigne, is a captivating travel journal from the 1500s that follows Montaigne's travels through Italy and provides a window into the past through the author's eyes. He shares the unique cultures he sees, the different landscapes he encounters, and the wide variety of people that he meets along the way. He starts with the historical adventure from Loreto to the Baths of Lucca, journeying through old towns such as Ancona, Sinigaglia, and Fano describing what he sees. Readers get a sense of the geography, local customs, buildings, churches and welcoming people he encountered in 16th-century Italy, as well as his take on the vibrant life.

The journal of Montaigne's travels in Italy by way of Switzerland and Germany in 1580 and 1581, Volume 3 (of 3)
By Michel de Montaigne
Embark on a 16th-century journey through Italy as seen through the eyes of a curious traveler, who describes local customs, architecture, and the vibrant way of life.
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2023-05-24
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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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