Chronicles of Wolfert's Roost and Other Papers
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Chronicles of Wolfert's Roost and Other Papers" offers a collection of Irving's diverse works. It includes stories like "Wolfert's Roost," where Irving blends humor and local color to depict life in rural New York. Other pieces explore European travels, showcasing Irving's keen observations of foreign customs and societies. The volume also includes tales of folklore and supernatural themes, reflecting Irving's fascination with the strange and uncanny. Throughout these works, Irving's signature blend of wit, imagination, and historical insight shines through. His stories transport readers to different times and places, offering glimpses into human nature and the power of narrative.Book Details
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Washington Irving
United States
Irving is largely credited as the first American Man of Letters and the first to earn his living solely by his pen. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow acknowledged Irving's role in promoting American literatu...
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