Vintage - The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow Rip Van Winkle Book Paperback Watermill

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow resurfaces every year around Halloween. Washington Irving's 1820 tale of a headless horseman who terrorizes the real-life village of Sleepy Hollow is considered one of America's first ghost stories—and one of its scariest. "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving is a quintessential Gothic tale that has captivated readers since its publication in 1819. Set in the quaint village of Sleepy Hollow, the story follows the superstitious schoolmaster Ichabod Crane as he encounters the infamous Headless Horseman. Alongside Irving's companion piece, "Rip Van Winkle," this tale is regarded as one of the earliest examples of American fiction, showcasing Irving's mastery of storytelling and folklore. Presented in this beautiful edition, featuring a captivating cover illustration by Sarah B. Bolen, this timeless classic will enchant both longtime fans and a new generation of readers.