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Title: The Alhambra
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "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.)
Author: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
EBook No.: 49947
Published: Sep 12, 2015
Downloads: 527
Language: English
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
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Alhambra
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary: "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.)
Author: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
EBook No.: 49947
Published: Sep 12, 2015
Downloads: 527
Language: English
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
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.