... Again, in "Traits of Indian Character," Irving emphasizes how imperative it is to treat all human beings as equal. At the end of the sketch, Irving quotes, " '. . . a little longer and the white man will cease to persecute us--for we shall cease to exist!" (282). Likewise, Irving invites ... learn from the mistakes of his characters. Additionally, Irving's short stories are an example of expressive literature. "The pride of the village," a pretty sad story, is written to entertain the audience. It does not seek to teach a lesson, to present facts, or to share ideas and beliefs; it simpl...

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