'A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy' is a novel by Laurence Sterne. The book tells the adventurous story of Mr. Yorick, a sentimental and humorous English gentleman, who travels through France and Italy. Instead of focusing on popular tourist attractions, Mr. Yorick's journey heavily emphasizes on interpersonal relationships, human nature, and his experiences with various individuals along his journey. The book explores themes of sentimentality and the celebration of human sensibility.