A History of New York

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Sprache - Englisch

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Knickerbocker's History of New York, From the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty is a work of history, disguised as satire, which was published in 1809 by the American writer Washington Irving under the pseudonym Dietrich Knickerbocker. The full title of the work is "A history of New York, from the beginning of the world to the end of the Dutch dynasty. Containing, among many surprising and curious matters, the unutterable ponderings of Walter the Doubter, the disastrous projects of William the Testy, and the chivalric achievements of Peter the Headstrong, the three Dutch governors of New Amsterdam: being the only authentic history of the times that ever hath been published." Irving draws an unflattering image of the settlers of the colony New Nederland and the Dutch are drawn as lazy pipe smokers of little minds. The work is considered a satire on the political leadership of the United States. Washington Irving (1783–1859) was an American author, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. He is best known for his short stories "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" both of which appear in his book The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. His historical works include biographies of George Washington and Oliver Goldsmith, and several histories of 15th-century Spain, dealing with subjects such as the Moors and the Alhambra. Irving served as the U.S. ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846.


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Washington Irving (April 3, 1783 – November 28, 1859) was a seminal figure in the development of American literature and is often called the first American man of letters. He garnered international fame for his fictional works, especially 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' and 'Rip Van Winkle,' but his contributions extend beyond these oft-referenced tales. Irving's 'A History of New York,' penned under the pseudonym Diedrich Knickerbocker, is a pivotal work that humorously chronicles the culture and society of New York City. Born in New York City just after the end of the American Revolution, Irving cultivated a writing style that combined American themes with Old World literary influences. This duality is reflected in his inventive narratives and engaging prose, which were hallmarks of the early 19th-century romantic literary movements and a departure from the dry historical accounts of the time. Irving effectively satirized the self-importance of historical accounts while offering insightful commentary on the evolving American identity. His work was profound in shaping the path for later American writers and in positioning New York as a central hub of national imagination and narrative. Irving's literary achievements were paralleled by a distinguished diplomatic career, serving as the U.S. Ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846. His unique legacy is a blend of innovative storytelling, cultural historiography, and public service.

Produkt Details

Verlag: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 358 Seiten

Größe: 632,6 KB

ISBN: 8596547007920

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