Bringing Travel Home to England

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Exploring the intricate connections between literature and tourism during the long eighteenth century, this book highlights how tourism has influenced various aspects of life, including sexual, religious, and social identities. It emphasizes gender as a crucial lens through which to understand these dynamics. The author juxtaposes well-known figures like Samuel Richardson and William Wordsworth with lesser-known writers to reveal the broader cultural implications of travel, featuring a diverse array of characters and perspectives on tourism's societal role.