The Crayon Papers by Washington Irving

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Author Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
Title The Crayon Papers
Contents Mountjoy -- The great Mississippi bubble -- Don Juan -- Broek -- Sketches in Paris in 1825: My French neighbor. The Englishman at Paris. English and French character. The Tuileries and Windsor Castle. The field of Waterloo. Paris at the restoration -- American researches in Italy -- The taking of the veil -- The charming Letorières -- The early experiences of Ralph Ringwood -- The Seminoles: Origin of the white, the red, and the black men. The conspiracy of Neamathla -- Letter from Granada -- Abderahman -- The widow's ordeal -- The Creole village -- A contented man.
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Summary "The Crayon Papers" by Washington Irving is a collection of literary sketches written during the early 19th century. The work features the character Geoffrey Crayon, who serves as the narrator and commentator on various subjects, including personal reflections, social observations, and tales of adventure. The stories are infused with a romantic spirit and are set against a backdrop of picturesque landscapes, offering a blend of nostalgia and humor that characterizes Irving's style. At the start of "The Crayon Papers," the opening section titled "Mountjoy" introduces us to the narrator's idyllic childhood, steeped in imagination and wonder. We learn about his upbringing in a rural setting near the Hudson River, influenced by his lazy yet affectionate father and his imaginative sisters. The young narrator recalls the enchanting tales he was captivated by, which nurtured his adventurous spirit. He spends his days in nature, exploring the woods and engaging in flights of fancy, foreshadowing the romantic idealism that will characterize his life. The section captures the essence of youthful exploration and the deeply ingrained yearning for beauty and adventure, setting a foundation for the tales that follow in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American prose literature
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EBook-No. 7994
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Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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