Иностранные языки Автор: Irving W., «Tales of a Traveller = Рассказы путешественника»: Washington Irving (1783 — 1859) was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. "Tales of a Traveller" is a collection of essays and short stories composed by Irving while he was living in Europe. These stories are a delightful medley of humorous and tragic elements.