Washington Irving

Broschiertes Buch

The Crayon Papers

Beschreibung

Washington Irving (1783 - 1859) was an American author known for The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle. Irving was also an essayist, historian and biographer. Irving was the first American writer to gain fame in Europe. Irving achieved international fame with the publication of The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gen in 1819. Irving used the pseudonym Geoffrey Crayon on several occasions. This collection includes MOUNTJOY: or Some Passages out of the Life of a Castle-Builder, THE GREAT MISSISSIPPI BUBBLE--"A Time of Unexampled Prosperity", DON JUAN: A Spectral Research, BROEK: or the Dutch Paradise, SKETCHES IN PARIS IN 1825--From the Traveling Note-Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent, My French Neighbor The Englishman at Paris English and French Character The Tuileries and Windsor Castle The Field of Waterloo Paris at the Restoration, AMERICAN RESEARCHES IN ITALY--Life of Tasso: Recovery of a Lost Portrait of Dante, THE TAKING OF THE VEIL The Charming Letorieres, THE EARLY EXPERIENCES OF RALPH RINGWOOD--Noted Down from his Conversations, THE SEMINOLES, ORIGIN OF THE WHITE, THE RED, AND THE BLACK MEN--A Seminole Tradition, THE CONSPIRACY OF NEAMATHLA--An Authentic Sketch, LETTER FROM GRANADA, ABDERAHMAN: Founder of the Dynasty of the Ommiades in Spain, THE WIDOW'S ORDEAL: or a Judicial Trial by Combat, THE CREOLE VILLAGE: A Sketch from a Steamboat, and A CONTENTED MAN.

Autor

Washington Irving was an influential American author, essayist, and diplomat, best known for his contributions to early 19th-century literature. Born in 1783 in New York City, he gained fame with works such as ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"" and ""Rip Van Winkle,"" which are considered classic tales of American folklore. Irving's writing often blended humor, romance, and social commentary, reflecting his interest in both American and European cultures. He was a pioneer of the short story genre and his style showcased a blend of narrative richness and character development. In addition to fiction, Irving traveled extensively and wrote travel essays, including Tales of a Traveller, where he shared his observations and experiences across various landscapes and societies. His works played a significant role in shaping American literature, helping to establish a distinct American voice. As one of the first American authors to achieve international acclaim, Irving's legacy endures, influencing generations of writers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Book Jungle
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. September 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 191mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 413g
• ISBN-13: 9781438525112
• ISBN-10: 1438525117
• Artikelnr.: 27245250