<p>In 'Letters of Jonathan Oldstyle, Gent.', Washington Irving skillfully parodies the writing styles and customs of the early nineteenth-century in America. The book is a collection of letters written by the fictional character Jonathan Oldstyle, covering a wide range of topics such as politics, society, and culture. Through clever wit and satire, Irving captures the essence of the time period and provides a unique look into the social norms and...