A Visit to the Monastery of La Trappe in 1817 With Notes Taken During a Tour Through Le Perche, Normandy, Bretagne, Poitou, Anjou, Le Bocage, Touraine, Orleanois, and the Environs of Paris. Illustrated with Numerous Coloured Engravings, from Drawings Made on the Spot

"A Visit to the Monastery of La Trappe in 1817" by W. D. Fellowes is a captivating travel narrative documenting the author's experiences in early 19th-century France. Fellowes recounts his travels through diverse regions, with a special focus on his visit to the secluded Trappist monastery, La Trappe, and the historical scenery he encounters. The narrative highlights the contrast between the beauty of nature and the structures created by people, as well as themes of spirituality and simplicity of monastic life. The story begins with Fellowes setting out from Paris to Mortagne, driven by a deep curiosity to witness the reputed harshness of La Trappe's monastic life, conveying his impressions through detailed descriptions of charming landscapes, historically rich sites, unique encounters with inhabitants, and his guided path through ominous forests - leading to the hushed grace of the monastery, offering an in-depth journey into his physical and spiritual reflections.