Washington Irving in London
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Washington Irving's "Washington Irving in London" is a collection of essays that provide a glimpse into the London of a bygone era. Irving, an American writer known for his wit and satirical voice, spent a good deal of time traveling in England and recorded his experiences in these essays. The essays are full of Irving's characteristic humor and insight, and they offer a unique perspective on the London of the early 19th century.Book Details
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Irving is largely credited as the first American Man of Letters and the first to earn his living solely by his pen. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow acknowledged Irving's role in promoting American literatu...
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