Knickerbocker's History of New York, Complete by Washington Irving

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Author Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
Title Knickerbocker's History of New York, Complete
Note Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Franks and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Knickbocker's History of New York, Complete" by Washington Irving is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book is a humorous and satirical examination of the early history of New York City, focusing particularly on its Dutch colonial period and its various characters, customs, and anecdotes. Through the fictional lens of Diedrich Knickerbocker, Irving elaborates on the city's origins, intertwining fact with fanciful narrative, which raises questions about historical accuracy and the nature of storytelling itself. The opening of the work establishes its unique tone and framework. It begins with an introduction to the author, Diedrich Knickerbocker, a quirky and eccentric character who has mysteriously disappeared, prompting the publication of his unfinished history. Irving then comically presents various philosophical musings about the creation of the world, blended with a satirical commentary on historical accounts and early settlers. Through Knickerbocker’s voice, readers are invited to explore whimsical and often absurd theories regarding the peopling of America and the nature of its indigenous inhabitants, creating a rich tapestry of thoughtful satire that reflects the complexities and contradictions of early American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Subject New York (State) -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Category Text
EBook-No. 13042
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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