James Kirke Paulding Books

This American writer gained prominence for his collaboration with Washington Irving on the satirical periodical Salmagundi, which notably coined the term Gotham for New York. While he also served as Secretary of the Navy, his literary contributions are characterized by a deep engagement with American history and culture. His writing style is often noted for its wit and keen observation of American society during his era. He was a significant figure associated with the Knickerbocker literary group, which played a role in shaping early American literature.