irvingism

/ˈɪrvɪŋɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A style of writing or storytelling associated with Washington Irving, characterized by a blend of historical fact and literary imagination.

“The historian’s work was a prime example of Irvingism, weaving together the threads of fact and fiction to create a compelling narrative.”

Synonyms

  • Washington Irving style
  • historical fiction

Antonyms

  • factual account
  • strictly historical narrative