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Washington Irving
Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists" by Washington Irving is an episodic novel written in 1821 and published in 1822. Originally published under Irving's pseudonym Geoffrey Crayon, this location-based work presents a series of character sketches centered on the occupants of an English manor. Inspired by Aston Hall near Birmingham, the book weaves together multiple individual plots and tales about the lives of those inhabiting this grand estate, creating a medley of intertwined stories and personalities.
Washington Irving
Bracebridge Hall
"Bracebridge Hall" by Washington Irving is an episodic novel written in 1821 and published in 1822. Originally released under Irving's pseudonym Geoffrey Crayon, this location-based work presents a series of character sketches centered on the occupants of an English manor. Based on Aston Hall near Birmingham, the book offers a medley of individual tales and portraits of life within the estate's walls, capturing the humor and personalities of its residents.
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