The Life and Letters of Washington Irving V2 (1864)

Book Overview

The Life And Letters Of Washington Irving V2 is a book written by Pierre M. Irving and published in 1864. It is a comprehensive biography of Washington Irving, a prominent American author who lived during the 19th century. The book covers Irving's life from his birth in New York City in 1783 to his death in Tarrytown, New York in 1859. The biography includes a detailed account of Irving's childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also explores his literary pursuits, including his famous works such as ""Rip Van Winkle"" and ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"". The book provides insight into Irving's personal life, including his friendships with other writers and his travels throughout Europe. In addition to the biography, the book includes a collection of Irving's letters, which offer further insight into his life and work. These letters provide a glimpse into Irving's personal relationships and shed light on his creative process. Overall, The Life And Letters Of Washington Irving V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential American author.In Three 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167233131
• ISBN13: 9781167233135
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"