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Tales of the Alhambra

Washington Irving, Edward Kilburn Robinson, Norman Irving Black, William Lenehan
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Tales of the Alhambra

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Washington Irving, Edward Kilburn Robinson, Norman Irving Black, William Lenehan

Tales of the Alhambra

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

348

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Alhambra, Spain • 1830s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.0

5,683 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

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Who Should Read Tales of the Alhambra?

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.

4.0

5,683 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

348

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Alhambra, Spain • 1830s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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