Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey; Spanish Voyages of Discovery - Washington Irving - Bog

Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey; Spanish Voyages of Discovery is a book written by Washington Irving. The book is a collection of two essays, the first one being about Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, a famous Scottish author, and the second one about Newstead Abbey, the ancestral home of Lord Byron, a famous English poet. The essays describe the history, architecture, and the personal lives of the authors who lived in these places. The second part of the book is about the Spanish Voyages of Discovery, which is a historical account of the Spanish explorers who discovered America. The book describes the voyages of Christopher Columbus, Hern�����n Cort�����s, and Francisco Pizarro, among others. The author describes the challenges faced by these explorers and the impact of their discoveries on the world. Overall, Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey; Spanish Voyages of Discovery is a fascinating book that provides insight into the lives of famous authors and the history of Spanish exploration. It is a must-read for history buffs and literature enthusiasts alike.1817 and 1900. 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. Contents of Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey include: Abbotsford; Newstead Abbey; Arrival at the Abbey; The Abbey Garden; Plough Monday; Old Servants; Superstitions of the Abbey; Annesley Hall; The Lake; Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest; The Rook Cell; and The Little White Lady. The Spanish Voyages of Discovery is a biography on Spanish voyages and conquests by Balboa, Alonzo de Ojeda, Ponce de Leon and others. 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.