Memoirs of an Eighteenth Century Footman: John Macdonald's Travels (1745-1779) (Broadway Travellers)

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 Half-Title......Page 2 Title......Page 5 Copyright......Page 6 Contents......Page 13 List of Illustrations......Page 15 Introduction......Page 18 Preface......Page 25 The Life and Travels of John Macdonald......Page 26 Index......Page 125 The memoirs of John Macdonald 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.