02316cam a22003133u 4500 3101 UtSlPG 20260610133107.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900 Washington Irving Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-10-10 Produced by David Widger "Washington Irving" by Charles Dudley Warner is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a comprehensive examination of the life and literary contributions of Washington Irving, an influential figure in American literature who helped shape the national identity through his writings. It explores Irving's significance as the first American author to gain widespread recognition in Europe, his impact on American literature, and the literary landscape of his time. The opening of the biography sets the stage for a deep exploration of Irving's legacy, situating him within the context of American history during his lifetime. Warner reflects on the time since Irving's death, emphasizing the need to reevaluate his reputation and contributions to literature. The beginning introduces key themes such as the transient nature of literary fame, the influences shaping an author's perception over the years, and the changing tastes within literature. It also hints at the challenges Irving faced during his career and offers a glimpse into his early life and the period he lived in, which was marked by significant social and political change. This serves to engage readers who may be interested in understanding not only Irving as a person but also the broader historical and literary context in which he wrote. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3101 45173 45173