8. Wherein lies the charm of Irving's power as a writer?
9. Compare the tone of this selection with that of "Rip Van Winkle."
FOR REFERENCE
"Washington Irving."—Boyton.
"Four Famous American Writers."—Cody.
"Irving" ("American Men of Letters").—Warner.
"Literary Likings."—Burton.
"Literary and Social Essays."—Curtis.
"Backgrounds of Literature."—Mabie.
