The Path to Rome

In 1901, Hilaire Belloc set out from the French town of Toul with a knapsack, a walking stick, and a determination to reach Rome on foot. The Path to Rome is the record of that journey—a spirited, erudite, and often humorous pilgrimage through the mountains, valleys, and villages of Europe. Belloc blends vivid descriptions of landscapes and encounters with reflections on faith, history, and human nature. Written in a style that is both lyrical and conversational, the book has delighted readers for over a century. This modern-English edition brings Belloc’s classic into clear, present-day language without losing the charm of his original voice. It offers today’s traveler—whether on the page or on the road—a chance to walk alongside one of the great literary wanderers. Part of The Modern Wisdom Library.