The Sketch Book (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)

by Washington Irving

Overview

Originally published as The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent, this book is considered a landmark in American fiction for introducing the modern short story form in America, The Sketch Book includes Washington Irving’s most enduring works, “Rip Van Winkle” and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” The collection also includes travel impressions and narratives featuring legends and folklore.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781411442788
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble
Publication date:	03/15/2011
Series:	Barnes & Noble Digital Library
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	400
Sales rank:	1,060,126
File size:	709 KB
Age Range:	3 Months to 18 Years

About the Author

Washington Irving (1783-1859) has been called the first American man of letters.  His most famous stories are "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," classics of dark fantasy.  He also wrote histories and biographies, including a five-volume life of George Washington.