Tales of the Alhambra
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2005
348
Short Story • Fiction
Alhambra, Spain • 1830s
2005
Adult
12+ years
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Tales of the Alhambra by Washington Irving receives admiration for its enchanting storytelling and rich historical context, offering vivid depictions of Spain's Moorish history. Critics appreciate Irving's balance between fact and fiction, though some note the pacing can be uneven. The contributions of Robinson, Black, and Lenehan are not well-documented.
Readers who enjoy Tales of the Alhambra by Washington Irving et al. are likely enthusiasts of romantic history and travelogues, drawn to evocative storytelling and cultural exploration, similar to those who appreciate The Innocents Abroad by Mark Twain or A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway.
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348
Short Story • Fiction
Alhambra, Spain • 1830s
2005
Adult
12+ years
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