The Alhambra by Washington Irving
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"The Alhambra" by Washington Irving is a collection of essays and tales written in the early 19th century. The work captures the enchanting beauty of the Alhambra, a Moorish palace in Spain, and reflects on its history, legends, and the cultural richness of the region. Irving intricately blends personal observations with romantic storytelling, making the Alhambra feel alive as he explores its architecture, surroundings, and the historical narratives tied to its existence.
At the start of the narrative, Irving recounts his journey from Seville to Granada with a friend, describing the stark and rugged landscape of Spain that contrasts with the lush beauty one might expect. He shares vivid depictions of the Spanish scenery, the characters of its inhabitants, and the rustic charm of their ways of life. He highlights the dangers of travel in Spain, mentioning bandits and the precautions taken by travelers. As the story unfolds, Irving's fascination with the Alhambra begins to take root, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of its significance and allure as he starts his adventures in this remarkable locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Alhambra |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Spain -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Spain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Alhambra (Granada, Spain) |
| Subject | Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 -- Travel -- Spain |
| Subject | Alhambra (Granada, Spain) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Palaces -- Spain -- Granada |
| Subject | Palaces -- Spain -- Granada -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49947 |
| Release Date | Sep 12, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1568 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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