Publisher's Synopsis
Travels in France: During the Years 1787-1789 is a historical travelogue written by Arthur Young, originally published in 1792. This book recounts the author's experiences traveling through France during the years leading up to the French Revolution. Young, an English agriculturalist, was interested in the state of French agriculture and industry, and his observations provide valuable insight into the economic and social conditions of the time.In this book, Young describes his travels through various regions of France, including Normandy, Brittany, and the Loire Valley. He provides detailed accounts of the people he meets, the food he eats, and the sights he sees. He also discusses the political climate of the time, including the tensions between the French monarchy and the growing revolutionary movement.Travels in France is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the events leading up to the French Revolution. Young's observations provide valuable insight into the economic and social conditions of the time, and his descriptions of French life and culture are both entertaining and informative. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in French history or the history of Europe in the late 18th century.With An Introduction, Biographical Sketch, And Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
