Two Selections. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle
- 100 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
Washington Irving war ein amerikanischer Autor, Essayist und Historiker des frühen 19. Jahrhunderts. Seine Werke, darunter ikonische Kurzgeschichten, werden für ihre unverwechselbare Erzählstimme und die Auseinandersetzung mit amerikanischem Folklore und Geschichte gefeiert. Irving hegte zudem ein tiefes Interesse an spanischer Kultur und Geschichte, was seine umfangreichen historischen Arbeiten stark beeinflusste.






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.