Washington Irving

authors have a dislike towards civilization, they must present and utilize the setting in an effective way. This is evident in the short story “Rip Van Winkle” by Washington Irving. The historical setting may also impact how and why an author presents information such as in “A Model of Christian Charity” written by John Winthrop. Washington…

romantic and Gothic literature. “Rip Van Winkle” by Washington and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving have different examples of figurative language that allows for them to be classified as romantic and gothic. During the 1800s, writers began Gothic and romantic forms of literature. Gothic literature explores a pessimistic perspective in human nature while using dark themes and horrific images. A famous example is Washington Irving. Romantic literature explores more optimistic…

characters to expound on the development of young America. Washington Irving is reflected as the father of American short story. His inscription depicts the invention of the American myths that deal with ancestors, heroes, and mystical beings that are an essential part of the American culture. The tradition reflected in the story expounds on the aspects of the natural world by presenting the psychology, ideals, and customs of the American society. Irving successfully depicts the fresh…

become very popular. After the first novel enjoyed much success, Golden went on to publish three more titles in the series with the last one published in 2006. Co-authored with Ford Lytle Gilmore the young adult author the series is derived from Washington Irving’s very popular work The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The Hollow 5387 series is set in the small town of Hollow, which that is under a curse and heavily infested with demons. Since Golden grew up as a Stephen King fan, it is not surprising…

The short story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" was written by Washington Irving in 1820. The story was inspired by the new era of time after the American Revolution (1765-1783) and how this varied with the times before and during this significant event. The film, Sleepy Hollow is an adaptation of the short story. It was directed by Tim Burton and published in 1999. It stars Jonny Depp as Ichabod Crane, Christina Ricci as Katrina Van Tassel and Christopher Walken as the Headless Horseman. Though…

Imagination may envelop the mind of Washington Irving’s readers with the satirical grace of every line’s aid. Traveling endlessly, Irving made use of the slightest details of everyday life and scenery throughout the beginning of the nineteenth century. His observances benefited his writing along with the troubles he faced as his life progressed. Born as the youngest of 11 children, in 1783 in New York City, Washington Irving was named for the commander of the Revolutionary War and first…

many authors wrote of emotion and feeling. Love is the most well-known and over-used emotion. During the Romantic period, many authors wrote of love, Washington Irving and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow are some examples. In this essay, I will compare and contrast the courtship relationships expressed in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving and The Courtship of Miles Standish by Henry Longfellow. Delving into how each man’s strategy succeeded or failed, and how the women responded. A…

local newspaper. Amazingly enough, she was the first african american and first US slave to ever publish a book of poems. Phillis sent a poem to George Washington, before he had become president, about how he was…

develops a sad mood. For example, When Irving describes Tom's house: "They lived in a forlorn looking house, that stood alone and had an air of starvation. A few straggling savin trees, emblems of sterility, grew near it; no smoke ever curled from its chimney; no traveler stopped at its door. "(259). Words like forlorn-looking, alone, starvation, etc., give a really sad and lonely atmosphere and influence the reader's way of looking at Tom. Moreover, Irving describes Tom's horse using adjectives…

This is shown through obsession, superstition, and fear, as was exemplified in the texts “The Raven” by Poe and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Irving, both written during the Romantic era. "The Raven" is Romantic because it has the characteristics of strong emotions, the unknown, and imagination. The man trying to deal with loss of a loved one causes him to feel extreme emotions. His imagination…