The Irving, Washington 1783-1859 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Alhambra" by Washington Irving is a collection of essays and tales written in the early 19th century. The work captures the enchanting beauty of the Alhambra, a Moorish palace in Spain, and reflects on its history, legends, and the cultural richness of the region. Irving intricately blends personal observations with romantic storytelling, making the Alhambra feel alive as he explores its architecture, surroundings, and the historical narratives tied to its existence. At the start of the narrative, Irving recounts his journey from Seville to Granada with a friend, describing the stark and rugged landscape of Spain that contrasts with the lush beauty one might expect. He shares vivid depictions of the Spanish scenery, the characters of its inhabitants, and the rustic charm of their ways of life. He highlights the dangers of travel in Spain, mentioning bandits and the precautions taken by travelers. As the story unfolds, Irving's fascination with the Alhambra begins to take root, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of its significance and allure as he starts his adventures in this remarkable locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-09-12 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Spain -- Social life and customs Spain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Alhambra (Granada, Spain) Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 -- Travel -- Spain Alhambra (Granada, Spain) -- Fiction Palaces -- Spain -- Granada Palaces -- Spain -- Granada -- Fiction DP PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49947 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49947 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134140.0 49947