“There is nothing in England that exercises a more delightful spell over my imagination than the lingerings of the holiday customs and rural games of former times. They recall the pictures my fancy used to draw in the May morning of life, when as yet I only knew the world through books, and believed it to be all that poets had painted it; and they bring with them the flavour of those honest days of yore, in which, perhaps with equal fallacy, I am apt to think the world was more home-bred, social, and joyous than at present.”
Quote by Washington Irving
Work
The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Esq. (Wasington Irving)
This book is a compilation of Washington Irving's short stories and sketches, which delve into a range of subjects and locales, showcasing his literary talent and storytelling prowess. more
Author
Washington Irving
Washington Irving was an American author known for his significant contributions to American literature. His works, including 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' and 'Rip Van Winkle', have had a profound impact on American literature. more
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