The History of Literature 559 Washington Irving | My Last Book with Joe Skinner
Oct 23, 2023
Joe Skinner, host of American Masters: Creative Spark, joins Jacke to explore the life and influences of Washington Irving, including his famous stories 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' and 'Rip Van Winkle'. They discuss Irving's missed romantic opportunity with Mary Shelley, his time in Spain, and his influence on American writers. Joe Skinner also shares his interest in reading 'The Power Broker' and the impact of influential figures on the creative process.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
A Familiar Journey to Oxford
02:22 • 4min
The Life and Influences of Washington Irving
06:13 • 9min
Rip Van Winkle's Awakening
15:30 • 16min
The Missed Romantic Opportunity and Irving's Influence
32:00 • 7min
The Power of Influence
38:30 • 4min
Washington Irving, Robert Moses, and Teasers for Future Chapters
42:03 • 4min