Laurence Sterne (1713 - 1768) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and an Anglican clergyman. He is best known for his novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy; but he also published many sermons, wrote memoirs, and was involved in local politics. Sterne died in London after years of fighting consumption. In this book: The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman A sentimental journey through France and Italy A Political Romance