Memoir Of Washington Irving: With Selections From His Works, And Criticisms (1870)

By Charles Adams

Book Overview

The Memoir of Washington Irving: With Selections from His Works, and Criticisms is a book written by Charles Adams in 1870. The book is a comprehensive account of the life of the renowned American author, Washington Irving, who was known for his literary works such as ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"" and ""Rip Van Winkle."" The memoir includes a detailed biography of Irving, tracing his life from his childhood to his career as a writer and diplomat.In addition to the biography, the book also features selected works of Irving, including short stories, essays, and other literary pieces. These selections provide readers with a glimpse into Irving's writing style and his contributions to American literature. The book also includes critical analyses of Irving's works, providing readers with insights into the author's creative process and the themes he explored in his writing.Overall, the Memoir of Washington Irving: With Selections from His Works, and Criticisms is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of America's most celebrated authors. It offers a comprehensive look at Irving's life and legacy, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of his literary contributions to American culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166993302
• ISBN13: 9781166993306
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"