Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 2004-09-23 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #13515 |
Description
"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. (This is an automatically generated summary.)