Memoirs of an Eighteenth Century Footman : John Macdonald Travels (1745-1779) Paperback / softback
by John Macdonald
Paperback / softback
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First published in 1927. John Macdonald (1741-96) was born, and died, a Scottish Highlander.
First published at the time of the French Revolution, these memoirs of his days in service provide a rich panorama of life in the company of blind fiddlers, maid-servants, the Scottish aristocracy, soldiers, historians, Oriental Princes, servants of the East India Company and men of great wealth, including James Coutts the banker.
In 1768 - as the result of an errand - it fell to Macdonald to witness the death of Laurence Sterne. 'Simply packed with interest' Sunday Times '..a model of genuine writing' Evening Standard 'Deserves a high place among autobiographies.' Nation
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:09/02/2015
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- ISBN:9781138867635
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Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:09/02/2015
- Category:
- ISBN:9781138867635