The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other Tales

Name: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other Tales
Author: Washington Irving
ISBN: 9781802563450

Author: Washington Irving
Read by: James Harrington
Language: English
Length: 12 hours 31 minutes
ISBN: 9781802563450
Published: 23 February 2025
Imprint: Fractal Press

folklore
supernatural
humor
superstition
rural life
legend
imagination
mystery
American identity
tradition

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A collection of enchanting stories blending folklore, humor, and the supernatural. The titular tale follows Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolmaster, as he vies for Katrina Van Tassel’s affection in the eerie village of Sleepy Hollow, culminating in his encounter with the Headless Horseman. Alongside this classic, Irving weaves tales like "Rip Van Winkle," where a man awakens to a changed world after a mysterious slumber. These stories explore themes of American identity, rural life, and the power of legend, showcasing Irving’s mastery of atmosphere and storytelling. Together, they form a timeless celebration of imagination and tradition.

Author

Washington Irving (1783–1859) helped invent American literature for a reading public still finding its voice. Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow — both from The Sketch Book — gave the young republic its first enduring short-story myths: the long sleep, the headless horseman, the Hudson Valley as haunted ground.

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Ebook · English · Fractal Press9781909904385