This classic work of American literature is a collection of stories and essays by Washington Irving, one of the most celebrated writers of his time. The book includes some of his best-known works, including 'Rip Van Winkle' and 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow', along with many other tales and sketches. With its vivid depictions of life in rural America and its imaginative storytelling, 'Irving's Sketch Book' remains a beloved classic of American literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.