The Sketch Book Of Geoffrey Crayon V1 (1821)

By Washington Irving

The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon V1 is a collection of short stories and essays written by Washington Irving and first published in 1821. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing a series of essays and sketches that explore the author's travels in England, including his experiences in rural villages and historic landmarks such as Westminster Abbey.The second part of the book is dedicated to a series of short stories, including the famous ""Rip Van Winkle"" and ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."" These stories are set in the Hudson River Valley in New York and explore themes of folklore, history, and the supernatural.Throughout the book, Irving uses a persona named Geoffrey Crayon to narrate the stories and provide commentary on the places and people he encounters. The writing style is characterized by its wit, humor, and vivid descriptions of scenery and characters.Overall, The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon V1 is a classic work of American literature that captures the spirit of the early 19th century and offers a glimpse into the cultural and social landscape of the time.In Two Volumes.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436644704
• ISBN13: 9781436644709
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"