The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels from Prussia Thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &c. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts.

"The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II" by Karl Ludwig Pöllnitz, is a captivating record of the author's journeys through Europe in the 1700s. This book unveils the conditions of different cities and the personalities of notable figures in royal courts, showcasing the cultural and political environment of the era. Beginning with the Baron's arrival in Rome, the narrative vividly depicts the city's blend of splendor and decay. Admiring its architectural marvels while lamenting its state of decline, the Baron shares his experiences at iconic sites like St. Peter's Church and the Vatican. The memoir merges detailed descriptions with insightful remarks, offering readers a glimpse into 18th-century Rome as seen through the eyes of a perceptive wanderer, reflecting on its identity as a former global power.