The journal of a voyage to Lisbon

This is Fielding's account of his final journey, made in 1754 when he was gravely ill and sailed from England to Portugal in search of a better climate. The journal records delays in port, quarrels with the ship's captain, rough weather and the discomforts of travel.

Fielding writes with humour and candour, even about his own failing health. The book also reflects on law, society and the sea, and it remains a touching and witty record of a great writer's last months.