The Complete Works of Washington Irving

Washington Irving's «The Complete Works of Washington Irving» represents a significant contribution to American literature, encapsulating a rich tapestry of narratives, essays, and sketches that exemplify the early 19th-century literary style. Irving masterfully blends romanticism with realism, often drawing upon historical events and folklore, as seen in his famous tales like «The Legend of Sleepy Hollow» and «Rip Van Winkle.» His prose is characterized by its lyrical elegance, wit, and keen observation of human nature, making his work a crucial reflection of early American identity and cultural consciousness... Dalej