The Memoir of Washington Irving: With Selections from His Works, and Criticisms is a book written by Charles Adams in 1870. The book is a comprehensive account of the life of the renowned American author, Washington Irving, who was known for his literary works such as ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"" and ""Rip Van Winkle."" The memoir includes a detailed biography of Irving, tracing his life from his childhood to his career as a writer and diplomat.In...