The Alhambra V1 (1832) - Washington Irving - Bog

The Alhambra V1 is a book written by the American author Washington Irving under the pseudonym ""Crayon, Geoffrey"". It was first published in 1832 and is a collection of essays and stories about his travels to the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Spain. The book is divided into several parts, each detailing different aspects of Irving's experiences at the Alhambra. He writes about the history and architecture of the complex, as well as the people he meets and the legends and folklore surrounding the area. Irving's writing style is descriptive and vivid, transporting the reader to the exotic and enchanting world of the Alhambra. The book is also notable for its romanticized portrayal of Islamic culture and the Moorish civilization that once flourished in Spain. Overall, The Alhambra V1 is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, and cultural exploration.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.