Washington Irving And Other Essays - Charles Anson Ingraham - Bog

Washington Irving and Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Charles Anson Ingraham. The book primarily focuses on the life and works of Washington Irving, a prominent American author, historian, and diplomat of the 19th century. The essays explore Irving's literary career, his major works such as The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle, and his contributions to American literature.Apart from Irving, the book also includes essays on other notable American authors such as James Fenimore Cooper, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Edgar Allan Poe. Ingraham provides critical analysis of their works and discusses their impact on American literature.The book also delves into the historical and social context of the authors' works, examining the political and cultural influences that shaped their writing. In addition, Ingraham offers insights into the literary trends of the time and the evolution of American literature.Overall, Washington Irving and Other Essays is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the works of some of America's most celebrated authors, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and history.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.