Tales of the Alhambra: A Series of Tales and Sketches of the Moors and Spaniards Audiobook

" I read this book before my trip to Granada, Spain last December, and I was so glad I did. I was able to appreciate more my visit to The Alhambra--a world heritage site everyone should visit before one dies--simply beautiful; the book and The Alhambra. "

" I liked the short stories that were legends of the Alhambra, in particular, to explain many of the existent locations there. Some of the stories were engaging, others were slightly dull. Started this book (on Kindle) last September, and finally finished it this evening. One thing to note is that the "book" version had many of the stories in a different order than in the Kindle version. I'm not sure why. "

" Fascinating tales and depictions of The Alhambra. I was not familiar with it beforehand and it made me want to visit it. "

" I read this as a pre-teen several times and found it fascinating. Of course it was my first 'big book' about the world. "

" A treasured tale of adventurous companionship within the legendary Alhambra. Illustrated with incredibly detailed and ornate etchings. "

" Fascinating, considering their origin. "

" I was expecting more tales and less description of irving's experiences. it dragged and took awhile to read for such a short book, but it was interesting to see the stories based on the Alhambra after recently visiting there. "

" Sort of short stories and myths, sort of autobiography. Mostly very enjoyable, although sometimes tedious. Started it whilst at The Alhambra, but didn't finish until somewhere in Morocco. "

" Definitely one of my favorite books! I've read it twice now. Once before we went to Spain and again when we were in Spain. The stories are wonderful and I will definitely read this over and over through the years. "

" Lovely book. I highly encourage anyone traveling to southern Spain to read this before going or on your journey. Washington Irving describes the place with the eye of a jounalist and the heart of a poet. The stories really enriched my trip to Granada. "

" I originally picked up this book from the library on the recommendation of an author whose work I admire. Luckily, the edition was the one illustrated by Joseph Pennell. The 4 star rating is as much for the exquisite illustrations as for the stories themselves. "

" Again, not a favourite, but the right kind of book to have read this holiday... "

" You must make a point of seeing the Alhambra in Granada, Spain -- gorgeous! The book relates stories and legends about this fortress and the author's travels, but it was hard for me to stay engaged throughout. "

" I LOVE this book! I read it with my sister a while ago and it gives me such good memories!!! the stories are a bit strange at times but it is still awesome!! "

" Great read,amaizing view of andalusia,its culture and moro stories "

" kisah perjalanan yg sangat mendetail...walaupun katanya novel fiksi tapi seolah2 benar2 terjadi mungkin karena ditulis dengan sudut pandang orang pertama... "

" I loved the detail that Washington put into this book. Not only on the scenery and his thoughts of it, but the details of the life of the people who lived amonst the Alhambra. My favourite part had to be the tales and legands he gathered and told- they were delightful to read. "

" Wish I had read it Before visiting the Alhambra (as opposed to in the gift shop on my way out of Alhambra). "

" Nice little short stories of Alhambra, the Moors & Christians of Andalusia. Good to read before going to visit the Alhambra "

" These rambling stories aren't for everyone, but I thoroughly enjoy being transported back to one of my favorite places in Spain through Irving's tales. "

" A treasured tale of adventurous companionship within the legendary Alhambra. Illustrated with incredibly detailed and ornate etchings. "

" Fascinating tales and depictions of The Alhambra. I was not familiar with it beforehand and it made me want to visit it. "

" Definitely one of my favorite books! I've read it twice now. Once before we went to Spain and again when we were in Spain. The stories are wonderful and I will definitely read this over and over through the years. "

" I read this book before my trip to Granada, Spain last December, and I was so glad I did. I was able to appreciate more my visit to The Alhambra--a world heritage site everyone should visit before one dies--simply beautiful; the book and The Alhambra. "

" A romantic travel notes by a romantic traveler. Irving definitely shows how much he is in love with Alhambra and Andalusia. As I also do. Although I am just not sure whether it is still possible to be a romantic traveler in this age of commodified traveling... "

" Loved all the little tales of the Moors, Spaniards, princesses, and country folk in this book. I read it to learn more about Spain. At first, we weren't even planning on going to Granada, but a friend suggested we visit Granada. After reading this book I can't wait to see the Alhambra! "

" precious tales, while reading you feel like plonging in another world, perfect descriptions "