Wolfert's Roost, And Other Papers, Now First Collected - Irving, Washington

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Résumé :
Wolfert's Roost is a collection of essays and short stories written by the American author Washington Irving. The book is named after the author's own home, which was located in Tarrytown, New York. The essays and stories in this collection cover a wide range of topics, including history, folklore, and personal experiences. Many of the stories are set in the Hudson River Valley, where Irving lived for much of his life. The book includes some of Irving's most famous works, such as Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The collection also includes lesser-known pieces, such as The Angler and The Widow's Ordeal. Overall, Wolfert's Roost is a fascinating collection of writings that offers readers a glimpse into the mind of one of America's most beloved authors.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....