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“The dullest observer must be sensible of the order and serenity prevalent in those households where the occasional exercise of a beautiful form of worship in the morning gives, as it were, the keynote to every temper for the day, and attunes every spirit to harmony.”

Quote by Washington Irving

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The Complete Works of Washington Irving: Short Stories, Plays, Historical Works, Poetry and Autobiographical Writings (Illustrated): The Entire Opus of the Prolific American Writer, Biographer and Historian, Including The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Rip Van Winkle, The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Bracebridge Hall and many more

The Complete Works of Washington Irving offers a comprehensive compilation of the literary contributions of Washington Irving, a prominent figure in American literature. This collection includes a variety of genres such as short stories, plays, historical works, poetry, and autobiographical writings. It features classic tales like The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle, as well as other notable works such as The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon and Bracebridge Hall. This illustrated edition provides readers with access to the entire opus of this prolific American writer, biographer, and historian. more

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Washington Irving
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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