In this absorbing memoir, Thomas Edward Wilkinson recounts his experiences traveling throughout Europe and working as a foreign correspondent for various British newspapers. From encounters with luminaries such as Napoleon III and Victor Hugo to firsthand coverage of pivotal events like the Franco-Prussian War, Wilkinson's richly detailed account paints a vivid picture of life on the continent in the late 19th century. A must-read for fans of travel writing and historical nonfiction!

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