In his final work, a terminally ill author recounts his arduous sea journey to Portugal in search of a better climate for his health. Despite his physical suffering, Fielding maintains a keen eye for detail and a resilient sense of humor while observing the eccentricities of his fellow travelers. The journal provides a courageous and intimate look at the authors final days and the world he was leaving behind. It is a moving testament to the enduring human spirit.
The final, intimate account of a dying mans voyage to Portugal, written with a courage that defies his physical decay. Fielding observes the life on board and the landscapes he passes with a mind that remains sharp, curious, and remarkably humorous. This journal offers a rare glimpse into the personal resilience of one of literatures great wits during his final days. It is a moving and dignified farewell to a world the author observed so keenly.