Travels through the South of France and the Interior of Provinces of Provence and Languedoc in the Years 1807 and 1808

"Travels through the South of France and the Interior of Provinces of Provence and Languedoc" by Lieutenant-Colonel Pinkney is a travel journal from the 1800s. The story follows the author's exciting trip across France where the author looks at the way people live, the land, and the people that he meets. It's like getting a close-up look at what life was like in France back then, with the author sharing his thoughts and what he sees. The journal starts with the author talking about wanting to visit France for a long time, and then he sets off on his trip, going from Baltimore to Liverpool before finally arriving in Calais. Along the way, he runs into Captain Eliab Jones, who is a very interesting person with lots of stories about being at sea. Their talks show what travelers and traders were like back then, and also what maritime life was like. After getting to Liverpool and taking a quick look at England, the author is super excited to finally get to France, looking forward to seeing everything from busy markets to beautiful countryside.