Sketches at Home and Abroad: A Critical Edition of Selections from the Writings of Nathaniel Parker Willis

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Focusing on the literary contributions of Nathaniel Parker Willis during the American Renaissance, this edition showcases his finest short fiction from a pivotal period before the Civil War. Recognized for his engaging and sophisticated storytelling in The New-York Mirror, Willis's work is presented with a general introduction and insightful essays that contextualize his writing for contemporary readers. This collection marks the inaugural release in the University of Akron Press's Critical Editions in Early American Literature series, highlighting Willis's enduring significance.