The Life And Letters Of Washington Irving V1

By Pierre Munroe Irving and Washington Irving

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of Washington Irving V1 is a comprehensive biography of the famous American author, Washington Irving, written by Pierre Munroe Irving. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Irving's life from his birth in 1783 to his departure for Europe in 1815. The biography explores Irving's early years, his family background, his education, and his early literary career.The book also delves into Irving's personal life, including his friendships, romances, and travels. It provides a detailed account of his experiences in Europe, including his time in England, Spain, and France, and his encounters with famous writers and artists of the time.Throughout the book, Pierre Munroe Irving draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Irving's own letters and journals, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of this iconic American author. The biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Washington Irving, as well as for those interested in the cultural and literary history of the early United States.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: 1163118834
• ISBN13: 9781163118832
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 450 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"