The Attorney: Or the Correspondence of John Quod

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This epistolary novel offers a unique glimpse into the legal profession in early 19th-century America. Through a series of letters, the eponymous attorney, John Quod, engages in witty and insightful commentary on the legal system and the social and political issues of his day. Irving's novel remains a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of American law or the development of the epistolary form.