Excerpt from The Life of Washington Irving
Majesty, plying between Falmouth and New York. At the former port he met and became enamored of Sarah Sanders, a beautiful girl about two years younger than himself, the only daughter of John and Anna Sanders, and grand daughter of an English curate named Kent. They were married at Falmouth, on the 18th of May, 1761, and two years and two months later em barked for New York, leaving the body of their first child in an English grave-yard. William Irving now abandoned the sea, and entering into trade, was prospering in a small way when. The Revolution broke out. His house was under the guns of the English ships of war in the harbor, so he concluded to remove to the country, and took refuge with his family in Rahway, Newjersey. He was safer, perhaps, than he would have been in New York; but business was at an end. He was pointed out as a rebel, and British troops were billeted in his best rooms, while the family was banished to the garret, so he made up his mind to return to New York. He was still a rebel, as well as his wife, who supplied prisoners with food from her own table, ited them in prison when they were ill, and furnished them with clothes, blanko ets, and the like. I'd rather you'd send them a rope, Mrs. Irving, said the brutal Cunningham, who, nevertheless, allowed her charities to pass through his hands.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the life and career of Washington Irving, who influenced the reputation of American literature abroad. As a representative of the first generation of American authors, his talents emerged at an early age, and this definitive biography details his trajectory from humble beginnings to international acclaim. The author highlights Irving's experiences in Europe and his interactions with notable figures, providing a glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of the time. Delving into Irving's works, the book explores his unique blend of humor, satire, and historical storytelling, which captured the essence of American experience and introduced a fresh perspective to the world stage. A compelling read for literature enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in the pivotal role Irving played in shaping the American literary canon. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333027612_0
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