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Letters From Sunnyside and Spain
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Literary FiguresLetters & EssaysSpain & Portugal
ISBN13: 9781025791999
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.20 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Letters From Sunnyside and Spain offers an intimate glimpse into the personal and professional life of Washington Irving, one of America's first great men of letters. This collection of correspondence captures Irving during two distinct phases of his later life: his peaceful retirement at Sunnyside, his beloved cottage on the Hudson River, and his prestigious tenure as the United States Minister to Spain in the 1840s.
Irving's prose, celebrated for its charm and elegance, brings to life the landscapes of New York and the vibrant, often turbulent political atmosphere of Madrid. The letters from Spain provide valuable historical insights into the court of Isabella II, while those from Sunnyside reflect Irving's deep affection for his family and the tranquility of the American countryside. As a primary source, this work reveals the man behind the legendary tales of Sleepy Hollow, showcasing his wit, keen observational skills, and his role as a bridge between the New World and the Old. It remains an essential read for those interested in 19th-century diplomacy, travel writing, and the biographical legacy of a literary pioneer.
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