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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - The Iconic American Ghost Story of the Headless Horseman and Haunted Hollow - cover

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - The Iconic American Ghost Story of the Headless Horseman and Haunted Hollow

Washington Irving, Zenith Ivory Tower Publications

Publisher: Zenith Ivory Tower Publications

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Summary

A headless rider. A frightened schoolmaster. A tale that haunts to this day.
Step into the misty woods of Sleepy Hollow, where legends live and shadows ride.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is Washington Irving's most famous and chilling tale—a gothic masterpiece of early American fiction that blends folklore, fear, and dark humor. Set in a quiet Dutch settlement in New York's Hudson Valley, the story follows Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolteacher whose life takes a terrifying turn after an encounter with the infamous Headless Horseman.

First published in 1820, this short story has become a Halloween staple and a pillar of American literature. Rich in atmosphere and psychological tension, Irving's tale explores the thin line between myth and reality, reason and imagination.

"The first great American ghost story—and still one of the best." — The New York Times
"A timeless classic of fear, folklore, and frontier superstition." — The Guardian
"Irving's writing is elegant, eerie, and unforgettable." — Goodreads Reviewer

Perfect for lovers of gothic fiction, American folklore, or eerie autumn nights, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow remains one of the most beloved and spine-tingling stories ever told.

Click 'Buy Now' and journey into a legend where fear gallops at midnight.
Available since: 07/24/2025.
Print length: 359 pages.

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