Two Selections. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle
- 100pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
Washington Irving fu un autore, saggista e storico americano dell'inizio del XIX secolo. I suoi scritti, comprese fiabe iconiche, sono celebrati per la loro distintiva voce narrativa e l'esplorazione del folklore e della storia americana. Irving possedeva anche un profondo interesse per la cultura e la storia spagnola, che influenzò notevolmente le sue ampie opere storiche.






This classic collection of short stories by Washington Irving includes the beloved 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow', a haunting tale of a schoolteacher's encounter with a headless horseman in the Hudson Valley. With its vivid descriptions and charming characters, this book is a must-read for all fans of American literature.
Large format paper back for easy reading. Complete version. Fictionalised and comical history of New York during the period of Dutch domination
This biography of naval officer David Porter provides a detailed account of his life and career, including his service in the War of 1812 and his later role as superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy. Irving's engaging writing style brings Porter's story to life, offering insight into the challenges and triumphs of life at sea during a pivotal time in American history. A classic work of military biography.
This biography of the 18th-century British writer Oliver Goldsmith provides a detailed and sympathetic portrait of one of the most beloved figures of English literature. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including Goldsmith's own writings, Washington Irving brings to life the man behind such classics as 'The Vicar of Wakefield' and 'She Stoops to Conquer'. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.