The Crayon Papers; Wolfert's Roost and Miscellanies

By Washington Irving

Book Overview

The Crayon Papers; Wolfert's Roost and Miscellanies is a collection of essays and short stories written by the renowned American author, Washington Irving. The book features a range of literary pieces, including sketches, anecdotes, and historical narratives, all of which are written in Irving's signature style of humor, wit, and charm.The first section of the book, The Crayon Papers, comprises a series of essays that were originally published in the Knickerbocker Magazine. These essays explore a variety of topics, from the author's travels in Europe to his reflections on American society and culture.The second section of the book, Wolfert's Roost, is a collection of short stories that are set in and around the Hudson River Valley, where Irving lived for much of his life. These stories are infused with local folklore and legends, and they offer a glimpse into the history and culture of the region.The final section of the book, Miscellanies, includes a variety of literary pieces that do not fit neatly into either of the previous two sections. These pieces range from satirical essays to biographical sketches to historical narratives.Overall, The Crayon Papers; Wolfert's Roost and Miscellanies is a rich and varied collection of literary works that showcases Irving's versatility and talent as a writer. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and culture.1835, 1855. Washington Irving was the first American literary artist to earn his living solely through his writings and is considered to be the Father of the American Short Story. The Crayon Papers Partial Contents include: Mountjoy; The Great Mississippi Bubble; The Seminoles; The Widow's Ordeal; and A Contented Man. Partial Contents of Wolfert's Roost include: A Chronicle of Wolfert's Roost; The Enchanted Island; The Bermudas; and Count Van Horn. See other Irving titles available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162629894
• ISBN13: 9781162629896
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"