First published in 1836, Wood Leighton is as much an evocative and vivid novel by a poet of the first rank, as it is a piece of literary history. Mary Howitt, together with her husband, William, wrote over 100 novels, and translated Hans Christian A...
“Will you walk into my parlor,” said the Spider to the Fly.... This enduring verse from Mary Howitt dates back to the nineteenth century, but its warning -- to beware the wiles of flattery -- remains as relevant as ever. Celebrated artist Tony...