The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Language: EnglishPublished: June 27, 2008

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Ghosts Fiction New York (State)History 1775-1865

Bookshelves:

Fiction Literature Harvard Classics Children & Young Adult Reading Children's Literature History - American

Authors:

Irving, Washington
1783 - 1859

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About this book

In the early 19th century, during the Romantic era, Washington Irving crafted "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," a classic short story steeped in folklore and ghostly intrigue. Set in the mythical village of Sleepy Hollow, this eerie tale follows the adventures of Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolmaster, and the infamous Headless Horseman. With its vivid descriptions of the hauntingly beautiful landscape and the mysterious disappearance of Crane, the story weaves a captivating narrative that lingers in the reader's imagination. Ideal for students of American literature and folklore enthusiasts, this timeless work by Irving continues to captivate audiences with its blend of the supernatural and the mundane.