This delightful satirical novella by the French philosopher and writer Montesquieu follows the misadventures of a group of travelers on a journey to the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. Through a series of comic mishaps and misunderstandings, Montesquieu skewers the excesses and absurdities of 18th-century French society. With its witty dialogue and tongue-in-cheek commentary, this is a must-read for fans of classic French literature.

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