The sketch book, in full the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. See below our stock of washington irving first editions, fine bindings, sets, and signed copies. The sketch book a history of new york salmagundi letters of jonathan oldstyle, gent. The project gutenberg ebook of knickerbockers history of new. Old christmas from the sketch book of washington irving by washington irving and illustrated by caldecott. Washington irving was born on april 3, 1783, the youngest of eleven children. For a skinner rare book were looking for books that have a higher minimum auction value, so this book wouldnt be appropriate for auction, but it is a really nice book nonetheless. Walter scott wrote to an american friend, who sent him the second edition.
Your credit card number will be taken when you reserve your room. Washington irving books for sale columbia books inc. Christened with the name of the great general, irving was blessed by washington while still a boy of seven, and later came to know many of the prominent figures of the revolution. Washington irving, father of the american short story. His twovolume astoria, or anecdotes of an enterprise beyond the rocky mountains, published in 1836, introduced more readers to the pacific northwest than any single book up to that time. He grew up in manhattan, new york and was a pretty goofy, adventurous kid who liked to go wandering and dreamed of the day when he could start traveling. Washington irving rare books and first editions at bauman rare. Washington irving was an american short story writer, essayist, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. See other irving titles available from kessinger publishing. The life of washington irving was one of the brightest ever led by an author. A middleclass family of very modest means, the irvings gradually prospered in the economic expansion that followed the american. Lodging packages at the washington irving inn world class. Washington irving biography life, family, childhood. Quotations by washington irving, american writer, born april 3, 1783.
He is best known for the legend of sleepy hollow, in which the. Washington irving s rip van winkle originally appeared in the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Of these the tales the legend of sleepy hollow and rip van. A history of new york, from the beginning of the world to the end of the dutch dynasty.
He first began writing in journals and newspapers, and was editor of analetic magazine from 1812 to 1814. Old christmas from the sketch book of washington irving illustrated edition dodo press irving, washington, caldecott, randolph on. 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. I have an old book the legend of sleepy hollow by irving. Each luxurious room has air conditioning, heating and a private bathroom. A deposit will be required at that time and will be applied to the last day of your stay. The exact amount the book is worth will depend upon its condition.
Washington irving april 3, 1783november 28, 1859 was a writer, essayist, historian, biographer, and diplomat most famous for the short stories rip van winkle and the legend of sleepy hollow. It was published serially throughout 1819 and 1820. The legend of sleepy hollow is a gothic story by american author washington irving, contained in his collection of 34 essays and short stories entitled the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent written while irving was living abroad in birmingham, england, the legend of sleepy. Washington irving was an american writer and the first u. Life of george washington by washington irving alibris. He was the creator of such fictional characters as ichabod crane and rip van winkle. Containing, among many surprising and curous matters, the unutterable ponderings of walter the doubter, the disastrous projects of william the testy, and the chivalric achievements of peter the headstrong, the three ductch governers of new amsterdam. Eurostars washington irving offers a library, featuring the first editions of washington irving s books. More editions of works of washington irving volume 5. He is best known for the short stories the legend of sleepy hollow and rip van winkle. Adrian harrington began trading in 1971, as part of harrington brothers in the chelsea antiques market on londons fashionable kings road. They are in fair condition, though a bit answered by a verified antique expert.
Octavo, 40 volumes, bound in the original publishers three quarters morocco over marbled boards, gilt titles and tooling to the spine, top edge gilt, marbled endpapers, with one folding map and two folding charts. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Isbn 9780217661768 9780217661768 softcover, general books llc, 2012. The tremendous success of the sketch book in both england and the united states assured irving that he could live by his pen. Washington irving s life of george washington published in five volumes in 185659 was the product of his last years and remains his most personal work. How much is the 1820 hard covered the sketch book by washington irving worth. See all books authored by washington irving, including the legend of sleepy hollow, and rip van winkle and the legend of sleepy hollow, and more on.
It is a biography of the english author oliver goldsmith a sad life and he didnt profit from his work but it was interesting to read. Knickerbockers history of new york is the book, published in december, 1809, with which washington irving, at the age of twentysix, first won wide credit and influence. Old christmas by washington irving, first edition abebooks. I have a set of five books by irving published in 1884. From the sketch book of washington irving kindle edition published january 8th 2015 by start classics kindle edition, 104 pages. The complete works of washington irving in one volume with a memoir of the author, p. Irving, washington 03 april 178328 november 1859, author, was born in new york city, the son of william irving, a scottish merchant, and his english wife, sarah sanders, who had emigrated to america in 1763. He is best known for his short stories rip van winkle 1819 and the legend of sleepy hollow 1820, both of which appear in his collection the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. The text and illustrations used in this ebook are from the revised edition of the sketch book, published in 1863.
American author, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat, washington irving was born in new york city in 1783. Washington irving, born april 3, 1783, new york, new york, u. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. The first volume in the westvaco series of american classics. Washington irving was the nephew and namesake of his uncle washington irving, the american author, short story writer, essayist, poet, travel book writer, biographer, and columnist. I have a set of five books by washington irving published in. The adventures of captain bonneville gutenberg text. Irving, washington 17831859, author american national. To pay tribute to the great hero of the time, general george washington, irvings parents named their eighth child in. First edition of irvings history of new york, 1809 irving, washington. The sketch book is worth reading on its own right for washington irving fans, lovers of early american literature, and, of course, for nostalgic readers looking to get into the spirit of autumn especially halloween. Washington irving was born and raised in new york city, the youngest of eleven children of a prosperous merchant family. Washington irving books biography and list of works. The sketch book short stories by irving britannica.
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Jan 30, 2020 washington irving april 3, 1783november 28, 1859 was a writer, essayist, historian, biographer, and diplomat most famous for the short stories rip van winkle and the legend of sleepy hollow. The sketch book, shortstory collection by washington irving, first published in 181920 in seven separate parts. The name of this book is the adventures of captain bonnevil. Buy old christmas by washington irving online at alibris. 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. There is something exceedingly sublime and melancholy in the spectacle which the present crisis of our history presents. The sketchbook by irving, washington and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Eurostars washington irving this neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in unesco sites, architecture and ancient landmarks check location paseo del generalife, 10, granada city center, 18009 granada, spain this neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in unesco sites, architecture and ancient landmarks check location excellent location show map. The works of washington irving by irving, washington. Enjoy the best washington irving quotes at brainyquote. Washington irving april 3, 1783 november 28, 1859 was an american author of the early 19th century. Washington irving first editions adrian harrington rare books. Contains all of irvings classic histories, biographies, tales and accounts of travel, including knickerbockers history of new york, life of washington, life. Washington irving irving, washington, 17831859 online books about this author are available, as is a wikipedia article irving, washington, 17831859.
I picked up an old washington irving book at a used book sale and this was one of the books in it. The legend of sleepy hollow is a short story by american author washington irving, contained in his collection of 34 essays and short stories entitled the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Irving has been called the father of the american short story. Find the works of washington irving by irving, washington at biblio. Frontpiecepicture of author with protective tissue insert. Washington irving was born april 3, 1783 in lower manhattan, during the week that new york city residents heard of the british ceasefire in virginia that effectively ended the revolutionary war. Washington irving 1783 1859 was an american author, best known for his short stories rip van winkle 1819 and the legend of sleepy hollow 1820, both of which appear in his book the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Octavo, 40 volumes, bound in the original publishers three quarters morocco over marbled boards, gilt titles and tooling to the spine, top edge gilt, marbled endpapers, with. West virginia pulp and paper company, christmas 1958. Washington irving books list of books by author washington. Mar 03, 2012 i have an old book the legend of sleepy hollow by washington irving. Life and works of washington irving by irving, washington. Irving was born on april 30th, 1738 in new york city. Old christmas from the sketch book of washington irving.
History of new york first edition washington irving. Most of the books 30odd pieces concern irvings impressions of england, but six chapters deal with american subjects. Washington irvings rip van winkle originally appeared in the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Washington irvings rip van winkle book by thomas locker. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. The project gutenberg ebook of the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Irving isnt harsh, biting, or hateful, but romantic and entertaining with an eye for detail. Rip van winkle first appeared in washington irvings collection of stories, the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. During his early career, he studied law and travelled widely in europe. Find life and works of washington irving by irving, washington at biblio. Written while irving was living abroad in birmingham, england, the legend of. Boyntons washington irving consists of 6 parts for ease of reading.
Contains all of irvings classic histories, biographies, tales and accounts of travel, including knickerbockers history of new york, life of washington, life of columbus, sketch book, and astoria. These works were both a part of the sketch book, the collection of short stories that won him international recognition. Make offer life of george washington by washington irving five volumes, leather, 1864 the collected works of washington irving 40 volume set, ltd. The washington irving inn accepts visa, master card, and american express. The sketch book by irving, washington and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The favourite and last of 11 children of an austere presbyterian father and a genial anglican mother, young, frail irving grew up. I have another old book written by washinton irving ed in the year 1849 and published by g. Washington irving april 3, 1783 november 28, 1859 was an american shortstory writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. Read washington irving, free online version of the book by h. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Abbotsford and newstead abbey gutenberg text irving, washington, 17831859.
The sketch book by irving washington, first edition abebooks. Book in very good condition, slight lean, minor bumping to edges, some tape remnants to spine, some wear to gutter. Washington irving irving, washington, 17831859 the. Irving wrote this biographical sketch of the poet goldsmith from his estate, sunnyside, near tarrytown, n. Of these the tales the legend of sleepy hollow and rip van winkle have been called the first. Although washington irving 17831859 never traveled to oregon country, he wrote one of the most widely read and influential narratives of the region. Views of the alhambra are offered from many parts of the hotel. An illustrious and venerable little citythe metropolis of a vast extent of uninhabited countrygarrisoned by a doughty host of orators, chairmen, committeemen, burgomasters, schepens, and old womengoverned by a determined and strongheaded warrior. Best known for his short stories the legend of sleepy hollow and rip van winkle both of which appear in his book the sketch book of geoffrey cray. He is best known for his short stories, the legend of sleepy hollow and rip van winkle, both published in his book, the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent, as seven paperbound installments between june 23, 1819 and september. Old christmas from the sketchbook of washington irving by washington irving and illustrated by caldecott. The collection includes two of irvings bestknown stories, attributed to the fictional dutch historian diedrich knickerbocker. Washington irving washington irving is the author of books such as legend of sleepy hollow.
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