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In the Heart of the Vosges and Other Sketches by a "Devious Traveller"

By Matilda Betham-Edwards
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A collection of travel sketches by an English traveller that surveys lesser-known regions of eastern and southern France, from Alsace and the Vosges to Toulouse, Montauban, the Pyrenees and an olive farm in the Var. It combines detailed descriptions of landscape, medieval and provincial architecture, churches, and monuments with local color—gastronomy, festivals, village life—and biographical or artistic notes on figures linked to the places. Occasional personal anecdotes and commissioned illustrations punctuate observations, offering a measured, picturesque account of rural and small-town France.

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Matilda Betham-Edwards

Matilda Betham-Edwards was a British author and travel writer known for her vivid depictions of France and Spain in the late 19th century. Her works often blend personal narrative with cultural observation, providing readers with a unique perspective on the regions she explored. Notable titles include "East of Paris: Sketches in the Gâtinais, Bourbonnais, and Champagne," which showcases her keen eye for detail and appreciation for the landscapes and people of France. Betham-Edwards' writings reflect her adventurous spirit and her ability to convey the charm and complexities of the places she visited.

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