Contes d'un voyageur - Occasion

"Old Christmas" by Washington Irving is a delightful exploration of the traditional English Christmas, taking readers on a nostalgic journey to the heart of 19th-century holiday celebrations. Renowned for his ability to capture the essence of early American and English culture, Irving, in this charming series of essays and sketches, brings to life the rich, festive traditions of a bygone era. Set in the English countryside, "Old Christmas" is a vivid portrayal of the warmth and cheer of the holiday season. Irving describes with affection and a keen eye for detail the customs and rituals that define an old-fashioned Christmas - from the lively gatherings and bountiful feasts to the singing of carols and decorating of homes. He paints a picture of a time when Christmas was a community-centered festival of joy, full of merriment and goodwill. The book's appeal lies in Irving's masterful storytelling and descriptive prowess, which transport readers to a simpler, more joyous time. His observations are both humorous and poignant, offering a glimpse into the social customs and familial bonds that the holiday season nurtures. "Old Christmas" is a celebration of tradition and a reminder of the enduring charm of Christmas festivities. Ideal for lovers of classic literature and those who yearn for the Christmases of yesteryear, "Old Christmas" is a heartwarming read that captures the spirit and conviviality of the season. It's a literary gem that rekindles the true essence of Christmas - a time of togetherness, reflection, and unabashed joy. ABOUT THE AUTHORWashington Irving, born on April 3, 1783, in New York City, and died on November 28, 1859, was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, and historian, widely regarded as the first American man of letters. He achieved international fame for his fictional works, notably "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle, " both of which are among the earliest examples of American fiction with enduring popularity. Irving honed his craft in the early 19th century, a time when American literature was still in its infancy. His mastery of satire, folklore, and historical narrative brought a distinct voice to American writing. "The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., " a collection of 34 essays and short stories, included "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle, " and is credited with introducing American folklore into European literary culture. Apart from his literary contributions, Irving served as the U. S. ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846. His biographies of George Washington and Christopher Columbus, along with his multi-volume "The Life of George Washington, " remain significant historical works. Irving's legacy lies in his pioneering role in American literature, his inventive storytelling, and his ability to capture the imagination of readers across generations.

Old Christmas

Tales of the Alhambra is a collection of essays, verbal sketches, and stories by Washington Irving.Shortly after completing a biography of Christopher Columbus in 1828, Washington Irving traveled from Madrid, where he had been staying, to Granada, Spain. At first sight, he described it as "a most picturesque and beautiful city, situated in one of the loveliest landscapes that I have ever seen." Irving was preparing a book called A Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada, a history of the years 1478–1492, and was continuing his research on the topic. He immediately asked the then-governor of the historic Alhambra Palace as well as the archbishop of Granada for access to the palace, which was granted because of Irving's celebrity status. Aided by a 17-year old guide named Mateo Ximenes, Irving was inspired by his experience to write Tales of the Alhambra. Throughout his trip, he filled his notebooks and journals with descriptions and observations though he did not believe his writing would ever do it justice. He wrote, "How unworthy is my scribbling of the place." Irving continued to travel through Spain until he was appointed as secretary of legation at the United States Embassy in London, serving under the incoming minister Louis McLane. He arrived in London by late September 1829. -- from Wikipedia

Contes de L'Alhambra

Dins la valeta aconsomida de Sleepy Hollow, lo temps sembla coma calhat. Lo regent Ichabod Crane, que regna en mèstre sus sa pichona escòla, pensa que res ni degun lo pòt pas pus arrestar sul camin de la notorietat e de la prosperitat. Mas lo fantauma del Cavalièr sens Cap que trèva la val dempuèi la guèrra d'independéncia fa fintanèla... Aquesta novèla foguèt liurament adaptada en film fantastic per Tim Burton en 1999 jol títol de Sleepy Hollow amb Johnny Depp.
Washington Irving (1783-1859) es un escrivan e un biografa american. Publica dins las annadas 1819-1820 un recuèlh de novèlas dont es tirada La Legenda de Sleepy Hollow.

La légenda de Sleepy Hollow / La legenda del cavalier sens cap

Sleepy Hollow is known for being home to ghosts and spirits, the most famous of which is the terrifying Headless Horseman, a spectre searching for the head he lost to a stray cannonball during the American Revolutionary War. Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolmaster, is more concerned with earning the hand of Katrina Van Tassel than worrying about ghosts, but the night that he expects to earn Katrina's affections holds something quite different in store for him."The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is one of the first examples of American fiction writing and has since become a celebrated folk tale. It has been adapted many times for stage, theatre, television and film, including the 1999 Tim Burton film starring Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci, and the hit television show, Sleepy Hollow, starring Tom Mison, Nicole Beharie, and Orlando Jones. HarperCollins brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperCollins short-stories collection to build your digital library.

The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow - Short Story

ROUGH draughts of some of the following tales and essays were actually written during a residence in the Alhambra; others were subsequently added, founded on notes and observations made there. Care was taken to maintain local coloring and verisimilitude; so that the whole might present a faithful and living picture of that microcosm, that singular little world into which I had been fortuitously thrown; and about which the external world had a very imperfect idea. It was my endeavor scrupulously to depict its half Spanish, half Oriental character; its mixture of the heroic, the poetic, and the grotesque; to revive the traces of grace and beauty fast fading from its walls; to record the regal and chivalrous traditions concerning those who once trod its courts; and the whimsical and superstitious legends of the motley race now burrowing among its ruins.

The Alhambra

1829. Un Américain distingué (l'auteur) et l'un de ses amis, peintre de son état, arrivent à Grenade - cité oubliée perdue an milieu de ses montagnes, uniquement desservie par de mauvaises pistes qui sont autant de coupe-gorge - et se voient offrir pour quelques mois comme lieu de villégiature un palais à demi ruiné : l'Alhambra ! Ceci n'est pas un rêve, mais le prétexte, parfaitement réel de ce livre qui feint de se présenter comme un récit de voyage pour se transformer insidieusement en recueil de contes - les Mille et une Nuits de l'Andalousie en quelque sorte -, tous à la gloire d'une Espagne maure anéantie par la violence de l'histoire... mais toujours vivante dans le secret des coeurs

Contes de l'Alhambra

A ceux qui veulent connaître la part la plus intime du génie andalou. Deux livres avant tous les autres sont indispensables : Le Manuscrit trouvé à Saragosse de Jan Potocki (un Polonais) et les Contes de l'Alhambra de Washington Irving (un Américain) ! 1829. Un Yankee distingué (l'auteur) et l'un de ses amis, peintre de son état, arrivent à Grenade - cité oubliée perdue au milieu de ses montagnes, uniquement desservie par de mauvaises pistes qui sont autant de coupe-gorge -, et ils se voient offrir pour quelques mois comme lieu de villégiature un palais à demi ruiné l'Alhambra ! Ceci n'est pas un rêve, mais le prétexte, parfaitement réel de ce livre qui feint de se présenter comme un récit de voyage pour se transformer insidieusement en recueil de contes - Les Mille et Une Nuit de l'Andalousie en quelque sorte -tous à la gloire d'une Espagne maure anéantie par la violence de l'histoire... mais toujours vivante dans le secret des cœurs.

Contes d'un voyageur - Occasion

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