Washington Irving

To escape a nagging wife, Rip Van Winkle went hunting with his faithful dog Wolf as was his wont. Little did he know what he would encounter as he climbed up to the top of the Catskill Mountains, and what he would behold. Meanwhile, twenty years later, a strange old man enters an All-American town looking for his dog, his nagging wife, and a world he had known, but had somehow mysteriously lost. The classic story of Rip Van Winkle originally written by Washington Irving is brought to life in an abridged version for children ages 7-12 by authors Fiza Pathan and Michaelangelo Zane. The book contains nineteen, beautiful, black-and-white illustrations conceived by Fiza Pathan and executed by Farzana Cooper.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1843.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1843.

"Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey" is a travel essay written via Washington Irving, a prominent American author, inside the early nineteenth century. In this fascinating literary paintings, Irving vividly recounts his visits to two ancient and picturesque locations in Scotland and England. First, he's taking readers on an adventure to Abbotsford, the previous residence of the renowned Scottish creator Sir Walter Scott. Irving affords a detailed description of the enchanting panorama surrounding the residence, in addition to its wealthy indoors full of Scott's literary treasures. He paints a bright portrait of the area, reminiscent of the influence of Scott's literary genius on the location. In the second part of the essay, Irving explores Newstead Abbey, the ancestral domestic of the well-known English poet Lord Byron. He captures the melancholic beauty of the abbey's ruins and its surrounding landscape. Irving delves into the interesting records of Byron's life, adding a layer of ancient context to his go to. Throughout the essay, Washington Irving's eloquent prose and keen observations transport readers to these iconic literary and historical web sites. "Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey" serves as both a travelogue and a tribute to the literary giants who once inhabited these places, imparting a glimpse into the romanticism of the technology and the long-lasting attraction of those cultural landmarks.

Astoria; Or, Anecdotes of an Enterprise Beyond the Rocky Mountains' is a captivating historical work written by Washington Irving. Published in 1836, the book chronicles the ambitious endeavor of John Jacob Astor's Pacific Fur Company to establish a trading post in the Pacific Northwest during the early 19th century. Through a blend of meticulous research and storytelling, Irving brings to life the grandeur of the American West and the intricate interactions between different cultures. He offers glimpses into the challenges of survival, the hardships of the fur trade, and the spirit of adventure that drove these early pioneers. "Astoria" is a testament to Irving's skill as a writer, offering readers a captivating blend of history, adventure, and exploration. It remains a significant contribution to the literature of the American frontier, offering valuable insights into the courageous efforts of those who ventured into the uncharted wilderness in pursuit of their dreams.

Who does not know the legend of Sleepy Hollow? When the scary fairy tale appeared, it was one of the most successful American books in Europe as part of the "Sketchbook". Even today, the locations are frequented by numerous visitors on Halloween. Numerous film adaptations also keep the legend alive. Gr ls Classics - English Edition

Who does not know the legend of Sleepy Hollow? When the scary fairy tale appeared, it was one of the most successful American books in Europe as part of the "Sketchbook". Even today, the locations are frequented by numerous visitors on Halloween. Numerous film adaptations also keep the legend alive. Gr ls Classics - English Edition

The Life and Voyages of Christopher Columbus is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent, a collection of 34 essays and short stories by American author Washington Irving, contains the gothic tale "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." penned while Irving was a foreign resident of Birmingham, England. The first edition of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow'' appeared in 1819. "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," along with Irving's companion work "Rip Van Winkle," is one of the earliest works of American literature that has maintained enduring popularity, particularly around Halloween because of a figure known as the Headless Horseman who is thought to be a Hessian soldier who was severed by a cannonball during battle. Walt Disney created a second film adaption in 1949 as one of two episodes in the package movie The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad. The story takes place in 1790 in a remote valley known as Sleepy Hollow, in the countryside near the Dutch hamlet of Tarry Town (actual Tarrytown, New York). Sleepy Hollow is well known for its ghosts and the eerie ambiance that captures both its residents and visitors' imaginations. While on a trip to Europe, Irving created The Sketch Book, and elements of the story can also be attributed to that continent.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1859.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1859.

Captain Bonneville is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1868. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Wer kennt nicht die Legende vom "kopflosen Reiter"? Bei Erscheinen des Gruselm rchens geh rte es als Teil des "Skizzenbuchs" zu den erfolgreichsten amerikanischen B chern in Europa. Noch heute werden die Schaupl tze an Halloween von zahlreichen Besuchern frequentiert. Auch zahlreiche Verfilmungen halten die Legende am Leben. Gr ls-Klassiker (Edition Kleine Klassiker)

Vashington Irving - master plesti tonkuju nit iz mistiki i realnosti. Chto zdes jav, a chto son? Vsadnik bez golovy, tainstvennoe ischeznovenie uchitelja Ikaboda Krejna, prizraki Sonnoj Loschiny, "dusherazdirajuschie vopli" i "skorbnye stenanija" iz lesa, v kotorom voditsja "Nochnoj Koshmar so vsem svoim merzkim otrodem" - eto i ne tolko pugaet v "Legende o Sonnoj Loschine"! Konechno, Gollivud ne smog ustojat protiv charujuschego obajanija uzhasa. Kultovyj rezhisser Tim Bjorton ekraniziroval "Legendu o Sonnoj Loschine" s Dzhonni Deppom v glavnoj roli. V sbornik vkljucheny i drugie zakhvatyvajuschie novelly klassika amerikanskoj literatury.