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In 1809, New Yorkers were buzzing about a series of classified ads concerning the whereabouts of Dutch historian Diedrich Knickerbocker. They were unaware that Washington Irving had invented the man entirely and placed the ads himself. Knickerbocker's purported manuscript, A... Read Full Overview

Told from the perspective of a cantankerous man named Deidrick Knickerbocker, A Knickerbocker's History of New York depicts a satirical history spanning from the world's creation to the end of the Dutch dynasty. Beginning with the start of time itself, Knickerbocker... Read Full Overview

"The men who founded New York were among the foremost traders of their time; but who has loved liberty with a more passionate devotion than they, and where does the genius of man interpret the soul of man with more commanding and searching power than on the walls of the galleries... Read Full Overview

KNICKERBOCKER'S HISTORY OF NEW YORK is the book, published in December, 1809, with which Washington living, at the age of twenty-six, first won wide credit and influence. Walter Scott wrote to an American friend, who sent him the second edition----"I beg you to accept my best... Read Full Overview

Diedrich Knickerbocker, persona invented by American writer Washington Irving to narrate the burlesque A History of New York (1809). An eccentric 25-year-old scholar, Knickerbocker relates this comic history of Dutch settlers in the American colony of New Amsterdam, satirizing... Read Full Overview

KNICKERBOCKER'S HISTORY OF NEW YORK is the book, published in December, 1809, with which Washington Irving, at the age of twenty-six, first won wide credit and influence. Walter Scott wrote to an American friend, who sent him the second edition-- "I beg you to accept my best... Read Full Overview

In "Knickerbocker's History of New York", Washington Irving masterfully weaves a satirical narrative that chronicles the founding and early governance of New York City, deftly blending historical fact with humorous fiction. Through the character of Diedrich Knickerbocker, Irving... Read Full Overview

Published to popular acclaim in 1809, this satire, considered the first important contribution to American comic literature, was Washington Irving's first book. It begins by relating the creation and population of the world, including the discovery of what would become New... Read Full Overview

Knickerbocker's History of New York, Complete By Washington Irving

Washington Irving's 'A History of New York: From the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty' offers a satirical yet comprehensive overview of Dutch colonial life in New Amsterdam, deftly blending historical scholarship with whimsical storytelling. The work stands... Read Full Overview

In 1809, New Yorkers were buzzing about a series of classified ads concerning the whereabouts of Dutch historian Diedrich Knickerbocker. They were unaware that Washington Irving had invented the man entirely and placed the ads himself. Knickerbocker's purported manuscript, A... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

A History of New York is a satire on self-important local history and contemporary politics. Irving created a fictional persona, Diedrich Knickerbocker, as the author of the book. Unsuspecting readers followed the story of Knickerbocker and his manuscript... Read Full Overview

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A History Of New York From The Beginning Of The World To The End Of The Dutch Dynasty V13 is a book written by Diedrich Knickerbocker. The book covers the history of New York from the very beginning of time to the end of the Dutch Dynasty. It is the thirteenth volume in a series... Read Full Overview

Venture into the vibrant past of New York with Washington Irving's "Knickerbocker's History of New York, Complete." This classic work delves into the colonial era, offering a unique perspective on the city's Dutch roots and early development.

In every reader's life there are a few books which seem to come out of nowhere at just the right moment to surprise and delight and affirm your hope that there are still treasures lurking in the double-stacked shelves. This was that sort of book for me.

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