by Washington Irving · Editorial Maxtor · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788490015346
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Immerse yourself in the fascinating biography of Muhammad, a figure shrouded in mystery and unknown to many. Washington Irving, known for his admiration for Islamic culture, presents us with a narrative that, although sometimes romanticized, offers an accessible and understandable vision of Muhammad's life. Discover the vital avatars of this historical figure through the pen of Irving, who previously delighted us with his 'Tales of the Alhambra'.
Washington Irving was an American short-story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. He wrote the short stories "Rip Van Winkle" (1819) and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" (1820), both of which appear in his collection The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. His historical works include biographies of Oliver Goldsmith, Muhammad, and George Washington, as well as several histories of 15th-century Spain that deal with subjects such as the Alhambra, Christopher Columbus, and the Moors. Irving served as the American ambassador to Spain in the 1840s.
