Download or read book George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by Da Capo Press. This book was released on 1994-08-22 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washington Irving's Life of George Washington (published in five volumes in 1856-59) was the product of his last years and remains his most personal work. 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. In these pages he describes them using firsthand source material and observation. The result is a book which is fascinating not only for its subject (the American Revolution), but also for how it reveals in illuminating detail the personality and humanity of a now remote, towering icon. Here is an intimate portrait of Washington the man, from Virginia youth to colonial commander to commander-in-chief of the patriot army to first president and great guiding force of the American federation. But one cannot read Irving's Life without marveling at the supreme art behind it, for his biography is foremost a work of literature. Charles Neider's abridgment and editing of Irving's long out-of-print classic has created a literary work comparable in importance and elegance to the original. George Washington, A Biography, Neider's title for his edition of Irving's Life, makes the work accessible to modern audiences. The extensive introduction provides a detailed analysis of Irving's life and times, and the difficulties he faced as he worked against his own failing health to finish what he felt was his masterpiece. This new edition of the superb biography of America's first citizen by America's first literary artist remains as fresh and unique today as when it was penned.
Download or read book Life of George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of Washington written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1855 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Works of Washington Irving written by Washington Irving and published by Palala Press. This book was released on 2015-12-08 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Mahomet and His Successors written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow written by Washington Irving and published by Orient Blackswan. This book was released on 1963 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A man who sleeps for twenty years in the Catskill Mountains wakes to a much-changed world.
Download or read book The Life of George Washington Volume 1 written by Washington Irving and published by Pinnacle Press. This book was released on 2017-05-24 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Washington Irving written by Henry Walcott Boynton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-09-16 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Washington Irving" by Henry Walcott Boynton. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Download or read book The Life of George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-05-23 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Life of George Washington by Washington Irving
Download or read book Oliver Goldsmith written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Washington Irving written by Brian Jay Jones and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2011-11-15 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian Jay Jones crafts a deft biography of the author of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “Rip van Winkle”: quintessential New Yorker, presidential confidant, diplomat, lawyer, and fascinating charmer. The first American writer to make his pen his primary means of support, Washington Irving rocketed to fame at the age of twenty-six. In 1809 he published A History of New York under the pseudonym Diedrich Knickerbocker, to great acclaim. The public’s appetite for all things Irving was insatiable; his name alone guaranteed sales. At the time, he was one of the most famous men in the world, a friend of Dickens, Hawthorne, and Longfellow, as well as Astor, van Buren, and Madison. But his sparkling public persona was only one side of this gentleman author. In brilliant, meticulous strokes, Brian Jay Jones renders Washington Irving in all his flawed splendor—someone who fretted about money and employment, suffered from writer’s block, and doggedly cultivated his reputation. Jones offers a very human portrait of the often contrasting public and private lives of this true American original.
Download or read book An Autobiography of George Washington written by Edith Ellis and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2006-07-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "George Washington’s Autobiography is a fascinating example of channeled literature, adding a very human personality to the stiff figure of the portraits. Here we encounter a three-dimensional Washington with his loves, fears, philosophy, and repeated encounters with the spirit world. This is an unforgettable, intimate view of the Father of our Country."— Steven Fanning, Ph.D., the author of Mystics of the Christian Tradition Scribe Edith Ellis met the spirit of George Washington one evening in 1955. He contacted her from the Other Side to ask if she would serve as a channel so that he could dictate his autobiography for his "fellow American Patriots," believing that he had kept his personal feelings about his life far too private. Edith agreed, although she was nearly blind and in her mid-70s. So began a most extraordinary partnership between Edith Ellis and the "Founding Father of America." The result is this remarkable book that has taken more than 60 years to reach the public. This book is a must-read for everyone who feels the spirit of the Founding Fathers surrounding us again.
Download or read book Life of George Washington written by Washington Irving and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-05 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In those days the means of instruction in Virginia were limited, and it was the custom among the wealthy planters to send their sons to England to complete their education. This was done by Augustine Washington with his eldest son Lawrence, then about fifteen years of age, and whom he no doubt considered the future head of the family. George was yet in early childhood: as his intellect dawned he received the rudiments of education in the best establishment for the purpose that the neighborhood afforded. It was what was called, in popular parlance, an "old field school-house;" humble enough in its pretensions, and kept by one of his father's tenants named Hobby, who moreover was sexton of the parish. The instruction doled out by him must have been of the simplest kind, reading, writing, and ciphering, perhaps; but George had the benefit of mental and moral culture at home, from an excellent father.
Download or read book Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans written by Edward Eggleston and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of George Washington Volume 01 written by Washington Irving and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a historical odyssey through the life of the founding father with Washington Irving's captivating work, "Life of George Washington -- Volume 01." Immerse yourself in a biographical narrative that unfolds with meticulous detail, offering a vivid portrayal of George Washington's early life, character, and his pivotal role in shaping the destiny of the United States. As Irving's narrative unfolds, journey through the formative years of George Washington, exploring the events and influences that shaped his remarkable journey. Each chapter is a carefully woven tapestry, blending historical accuracy with Irving's literary prowess to provide a compelling and insightful portrait of the first President of the United States. But here's the thought-provoking twist that will ignite your historical curiosity: What if George Washington's life is not just a biographical account but a reflection of the turbulent times and the ideals that laid the foundation for a new nation? Could Irving's meticulous research and narrative skill offer a window into the complexities of Washington's character and the challenges of the revolutionary era? Explore the nuanced details of this historical masterpiece, where each page invites you to step into the world of colonial America. The narrative becomes a captivating time machine, transporting you to the birth of a nation and immersing you in the trials, triumphs, and leadership of George Washington. Are you ready to uncover the layers of history within "Life of George Washington -- Volume 01"? Engage with eloquent and immersive paragraphs that guide you through the intimate details of Washington's early life. The biography prompts reflection, urging you to appreciate not only the historical significance but also the indomitable spirit of a leader who played a pivotal role in the birth of a nation. Here's your chance to not just read history but to witness the making of a nation through George Washington's eyes. Will you seize the opportunity to explore "Life of George Washington -- Volume 01" and experience the transformative journey of a founding father? Seize the opportunity to own a piece of historical brilliance. Acquire "Life of George Washington -- Volume 01" now, and let Irving's narrative transport you to a crucial era, where the echoes of George Washington's life resonate with enduring significance.
