Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Letters of Henry Brevoort to Washington Irving V2"" is a collection of personal letters written by Henry Brevoort to his friend and fellow author, Washington Irving. The letters cover a period of over 20 years, from 1815 to 1837, and provide a unique insight into the personal and professional lives of both men during this time.Brevoort and Irving were close friends and confidants, and their letters touch on a wide range of topics, from literary criticism and publishing to personal relationships and family matters. Brevoort was a well-respected figure in the New York literary scene, and his letters offer a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and social milieu of the time.The editor of this volume, George S. Hellman, has provided extensive notes and commentary to help contextualize the letters and provide additional background information. This makes the book not only a valuable resource for scholars and historians, but also an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of American literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.