Book Description
Account of an expedition in Oct. and Nov. 1832 through a part of the unorganized Indian country now the state of Oklahoma.
Author : Washington Irving
Publisher : London : J. Murray
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 36,90 MB
Release : 1835
Category : Indians of North America
ISBN :
Account of an expedition in Oct. and Nov. 1832 through a part of the unorganized Indian country now the state of Oklahoma.
Author : Washington Irving
Publisher : Library of America
Page : 1036 pages
File Size : 25,77 MB
Release : 2004-01-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781931082532
America’s first internationally acclaimed author, Washington Irving established his fame with tales of the Hudson Valley in the days of Dutch rule, and then spent seventeen years in Europe mining the Old World for stories. When he finally returned to the United States, he embarked on a trilogy of books on the American West that would prove decisive in molding his compatriots’ conception of the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, and the Pacific Northwest. The Library of America presents this Western trilogy in its third volume of Irving’s work. Irving’s own encounter with the West came in 1832 when he accompanied the Commissioner of Indian Affairs on a month-long journey to what is now eastern Oklahoma. His account of that trip, A Tour on the Prairies (1835), described wild landscape, rugged inhabitants, and dramatic chases and hunts with an eye for romantic sublimity and a keen appreciation of the frontiersman’s “secret of personal freedom.” After the success of his first western book, Irving undertook to write the history of John Jacob Astor’s ultimately failed attempt to establish a fur-trading empire in the Northwest. In Astoria (1836), he created a sweeping epic of exploration, commercial enterprise, and “contest for dominion on the shores of the Pacific,” drawing on Astor’s rich archive of materials and enlivening it with his flair for vigorous storytelling. In The Adventures of Captain Bonneville (1837), Irving focused on a single memorable figure—an army officer and fur trader who may also have been an American spy tracking British ambitions in the far country—to reveal the flavor of frontier life in the Rockies and beyond. LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation’s literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America’s best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.
Author : Heinz Tschachler
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 38,18 MB
Release : 2022-01-17
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1476645078
Washington Irving remains one of the most recognized American authors of the 19th century, remembered for short stories like Rip van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. He also accomplished other writing feats, including penning George Washington's biography and other life stories. Throughout his life, Irving was at odds with socially-approved ways of "being a man." Irving purportedly saw himself and was seen by others as feminine, shy, and non-confrontational. Likely related to this, he chose to engage with other men's fortunes and adventures by writing, defining his male identity vicariously, through masculine archetypes both fictional and non-fictional. Sitting at the intersection of literary studies and masculinity studies, this reading reconstructs Irving's life-long struggle to somehow win a place among other men. Readers will recognize masculine themes in his tales from the Spanish period, his western adventures, as well as in historical biographies of Columbus, Mahomet, and Washington. In many writings by Irving, especially Sleepy Hollow, readers will observe themes dominated by masculinity. The book is the first of its kind to encompass and examine Irving's writings.
Author : Albert Pourtalès (Count de)
Publisher :
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 22,1 MB
Release : 1968
Category : History
ISBN :
Exploration And Travel Series, Count de Pourtales' Records are an exciting find for frontier historians and for students of Washington Irving.
Author : Richard V. Francaviglia
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 23,1 MB
Release : 2000-04
Category : History
ISBN : 0292725167
"Illustrated with many historical and contemporary maps and photographs and amplified by earlier writers' descriptions of the region, this book offers a rich historical understanding of what the Cross Timbers once were, what they have become in our time, and how they may fare in the future."--Jacket.
Author : Wayne R. Kime
Publisher : Wilfrid Laurier Univ. Press
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 34,26 MB
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0889207453
Washington Irving and his nephew Pierre first met as adults in 1826. In compliance with teh wises of his uncle, Pierre assumed the roles of real estate agent, comptroller, editor, confidant and nurse. After the author's death in 1859, Pierre compiled The Life and Letters of Washington Irving, which for three generations remained the standard biographic portrait. The present work traces the relationships between Pierre and Washington Irving. In addition it includes a biography of Pierre M. Irving.
Author : Washington Irving
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 1256 pages
File Size : 26,17 MB
Release : 2023-11-21
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
In 'Washington Irving: The Complete Travel Sketches and Memoirs Collection', readers are treated to a comprehensive compilation of the author's captivating tales of travel and personal memoirs. Known for his vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Irving's literary style seamlessly blends fiction and non-fiction, drawing readers into his journeys through Europe and the United States during the 19th century. Each story offers insight into the cultural landscapes of the time, painted with Irving's signature wit and charm. Whether recounting his experiences in Spain, England, or his homeland of America, Irving's narratives transport readers to another era, sharing the beauty and wonder of the places he visited. This collection serves as a valuable glimpse into the life and adventures of one of America's most beloved literary figures. Washington Irving, hailed as the first American man of letters, was a prolific writer and historian whose works continue to be celebrated for their enduring appeal. Inspired by his own travels and observations, Irving's writings reflect his deep appreciation for history and culture. Through his works, Irving aimed to both entertain and educate his readers, fostering a love for literature and exploration. His legacy as a pioneer of American literature remains influential to this day, as readers are reminded of the importance of storytelling and the sharing of experiences. For readers seeking a literary escape into the past, 'The Complete Travel Sketches and Memoirs Collection' by Washington Irving is a must-read. With its rich storytelling and vivid depictions of distant lands, this compilation offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the adventures of a renowned author. Irving's timeless narratives are sure to captivate and inspire readers of all ages, making this collection a classic addition to any library.
Author : Washington Irving
Publisher :
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 33,49 MB
Release : 1897
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Author : Washington Irving
Publisher :
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 23,65 MB
Release : 1897
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Author : J. Woodrow McCree
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 46,94 MB
Release : 2021-06-24
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 179361962X
Washington Irving’s Critique of American Culture: Sketching a Vision of World Citizenship challenges long-standing views of Washington Irving. He has been portrayed as writing in the 18th century style of Addison and Goldsmith, without having much substance of his own. Irving has also been accused of being insufficiently American and adrift in an identity crisis. The author argues that Irving addressed the American cultural context very extensively—he was a writer of substance who articulated an ethic of world citizenship that was found in the philosophy of ancient Greek cynics and stoics. This ethic was united with a love of picturesque travel, which emphasized variety and texture in experience, resulting in an extraordinary affirmation of the value of cultural diversity in the new Republic. Irving was, in fact, a liminal figure straddling Romantic and neoclassical modes of writing and acting. The author draws attention to Irving’s success as a writer in the pictorial mode. Irving also expressed a critique of cultural loss and environmental destruction like that articulated by the artist Thomas Cole. The work embraces an interdisciplinary approach, where insights from philosophy, religion, art history, and social history shed light on an underestimated writer.