A Frenchman in England 1784: Being the Melanges sur l'Angleterre of Francois de la Rochefoucauld

Originally published in 1933, this book presents an English translation of the French aristocrat Francois de La Rochefoucauld’s travel memoir, Melanges sur l'Angleterre. The text provides a detailed account of English manners and customs, together with a record of two journeys through Suffolk and Norfolk undertaken by La Rochefoucauld during 1784. An editorial introduction, comprehensive textual notes and illustrative figures are also included. This is a highly readable book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in travel writing and the history of East Anglia.