Bøker av Irving Washington

This biography of the 18th-century British writer Oliver Goldsmith provides a detailed and sympathetic portrait of one of the most beloved figures of English literature. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including Goldsmith's own writings, Washington Irving brings to life the man behind such classics as 'The Vicar of Wakefield' and 'She Stoops to Conquer'. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey" is a travel essay written via Washington Irving, a prominent American author, inside the early nineteenth century. In this fascinating literary paintings, Irving vividly recounts his visits to two ancient and picturesque locations in Scotland and England. First, he's taking readers on an adventure to Abbotsford, the previous residence of the renowned Scottish creator Sir Walter Scott. Irving affords a detailed description of the enchanting panorama surrounding the residence, in addition to its wealthy indoors full of Scott's literary treasures. He paints a bright portrait of the area, reminiscent of the influence of Scott's literary genius on the location. In the second part of the essay, Irving explores Newstead Abbey, the ancestral domestic of the well-known English poet Lord Byron. He captures the melancholic beauty of the abbey's ruins and its surrounding landscape. Irving delves into the interesting records of Byron's life, adding a layer of ancient context to his go to. Throughout the essay, Washington Irving's eloquent prose and keen observations transport readers to these iconic literary and historical web sites. "Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey" serves as both a travelogue and a tribute to the literary giants who once inhabited these places, imparting a glimpse into the romanticism of the technology and the long-lasting attraction of those cultural landmarks.

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A history of New York, - From the beginning of the world to the end of the Dutch dynasty - Vol. 4 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.