First published 2018
Washington Irving, the father of American literature, spins his most beloved stories in this comprehensive collection. From the haunting spectre of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" to the whimsical wit of "Rip Van Winkle," these timeless tales capture the spirit of early America. Readers are whisked away to enchanted forests, bustling city streets, and the misty Hudson River Valley. Through Irving's masterful prose, the human condition is laid bare - our dreams, fears, and desires. This definitive anthology is a must-read for any lover of classic fiction.
Genres: fiction, classic-literature, american-fiction, american, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, whimsical
Tropes: classic-tales, timeless-stories
Setting: America, Hudson River Valley
Period: 19th-Century
592 pages · Paperback · Palala Press