Irving, Washington 1783-1859 Pennell, Joseph 1857-1926 Pennell, Elizabeth Robins 1855-1936 text text enk London New York Macmillan 1896 monographic eng

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xx, 436 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

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This volume was written after Washington Irvings visit to Alhambra in Granada, Spain in 1829 and is an account of the authors observations of the palace and fortress complex. Divided into chapters, the book offers an insightful consideration of Alhambras courts, gardens and legends. The book begins with Irvings observations, thoughts and feelings concerning the varied landscapes and scenery of Spain, and the occupations and manners of the people he encountered on his journey. Other chapters focus on the setting, architecture, and natural surroundings of the palace, including detailed descriptions of the views to be obtained from various structures, such as balconies and towers. Irving also includes a number of legends and stories which characterise Spanish culture. The book concludes with the authors farewell to Granada. No Known Copyright by Washington Irving ; with an introduction by Elizabeth Robins Pennell ; illustrated with drawings of the places mentioned by Joseph Pennell. 500 copies of this large paper edition, with 12 lithographs were printed in December 1896. Alhambra (Granada, Spain) PS2056 .A1 1896 813 Ir8apaa 38036424 3299250 DLC 770927 20120306072852.0 ocm03299250 Converted from MARCXML to MODS version 3.5 using MARC21slim2MODS3-5.xsl (Revision 1.111 2016/3/24)