Publisher's Synopsis
The Sketch Book is a collection of short stories and essays written by American author Washington Irving. The book was first published in 1819 and has since become a classic in American literature. The collection includes some of Irving's most famous works, such as ""Rip Van Winkle"" and ""The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."" The stories in The Sketch Book are set in both America and Europe and explore themes such as love, friendship, and the supernatural. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing the stories set in America and the second part containing the stories set in Europe. In addition to the short stories, The Sketch Book also includes essays and observations on various subjects, including art, literature, and travel. Irving's writing style is known for its humor, wit, and vivid descriptions of the settings and characters. Overall, The Sketch Book is a timeless collection of stories and essays that continues to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.1820. Washington Irving was the first American literary artist to earn his living solely through his writings and is considered to be the Father of the American Short Story. The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. appeared serially in New York and includes the widely renowned stories of Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. See other Irving works available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
