The Angler
- Irving's fishing excursion.
- A stroll along the banks of the Alun.
- The fisherman philosopher.
III. Study of the Book as a Whole
Content.—What attractive features of country life in England does Irving represent?
Compare them with attractive features of country life in America.
Examine the sketches where the scene is laid in the city to see whether Irving wrote with equal appreciation of city life.
Irving's interest in antiquities.
Compare Irving's essays with Addison's in respect to descriptions of country life; city life; discussions of practical questions; representation of character; philosophy of life; purpose in writing.
Form.—Examine Irving's method of describing a person, for example, Master Simon in Christmas Eve, and compare it with Scott's procedure in Ivanhoe.
Examine his description of the inn kitchen in The Stage-Coach and compare with one of your own on a similar subject.