EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 17 MIN
The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon Preface
from The Washington Irving Library · host Washington Irving
In which the narrator candidly recounts the humble and uncertain beginnings of his literary endeavours in England, including his dealings with publishers and the generous intervention of the esteemed Sir Walter Scott. This preface, marked by heartfelt gratitude and wistful reflection, reveals the trials of seeking recognition and the friendships that gently illuminate the path of a writer’s career.
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In which the narrator candidly recounts the humble and uncertain beginnings of his literary endeavours in England, including his dealings with publishers and the generous intervention of the esteemed Sir Walter Scott. This preface, marked by heartfelt gratitude and wistful reflection, reveals the trials of seeking recognition and the friendships that gently illuminate the path of a writer’s career.
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