Publisher's Synopsis
Tales of the Alhambra is a book written by Washington Irving, first published in 1832. This edition, published in 1901, is selected for use in schools and comes with an introduction and explanatory notes. The book is a collection of stories and essays inspired by Irving's travels to the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain. The stories are a mix of historical accounts, legends, and fictional tales, all set in and around the Alhambra. They cover topics such as the history of the Moors in Spain, the architecture and design of the Alhambra, and the culture and customs of the people who lived there. The book is considered a classic of American literature and is widely read in schools and universities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
