The Diary of an Invalid: Being the Journal of a Tour in Pursuit of Health in Portugal, Italy, Switzerland and France in the Years 1817, 1818, and 1819.

Henry Matthews

Published by John Murray, London, 1824

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Two volumes of Matthews' account of his time travelling to warmer climates for his health. Two volumes. Fourth edition. A detailed account of the author's experiences upon leaving England in 1817 due to ill health. On his return, the work was published and became so popular that by 1835 it has reached a fifth edition. Matthews writes light and pleasant sketches of Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, and France. Written by Henry Matthews. In half calf binding with marbled boards. Externally, very smart with light bumping to the extremities. Rubbing to the head and tail of the spine as well as joints. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with the odd spot. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 849T53

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Title: The Diary of an Invalid: Being the Journal ...

Publisher: John Murray, London

Publication Date: 1824

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: None

Condition: Very Good

Book Type: book

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