The Literary Adventures of Washington Irving: American Storyteller (Cheryl Harness Histories)
Grade 3–6—In a relatively approachable narrative peppered with a generous supply of direct quotations, Harness gives the details of Irving's life, along with contextual historical information. The book's casual tone makes for pleasant reading, though transitions are sometimes abrupt. Earth-toned panel illustrations adorn each page with scenes from Irving's childhood and later life, his characters, and maps of his travels. The captions serve as the only headings throughout the work, making this biography better suited for sustained reading than quick reference.—Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MICopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.--This text refers to theLibrary Bindingedition.