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100	1		_aWarner, Charles Dudley, _d1829-1900
245	1	0	_aWashington Irving
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-10-10
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aIrving, Washington, 1783-1859
653			_aAuthors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3101
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