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Washington Irving and his nephew Pierre first met as adults in 1826. In compliance with teh wises of his uncle, Pierre assumed the roles of real estate agent, comptroller, editor, confidant and nurse. After the author's death in 1859, Pierre compiled The Life and Letters of Washington Irving, which for three generations remained the standard biographic portrait. The present work traces the relationships between Pierre and Washington Irving. In addition it includes a biography of Pierre M. Irving.
Explore the fascinating life and work of one of America's greatest writers with this definitive biography by his nephew, Pierre M. Irving. Based on personal letters, diaries, and other archival materials, this book provides a vivid and intimate portrait of Irving's private and public life, from his childhood in New York to his travels in Europe and his relationships with family, friends, and fellow writers. Richly illustrated with rare photographs and documents, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American literature and culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we kn...