The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Historical Fiction Book Collection by V-Publisher
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Historical Fiction Book Collection by V-Publisher features the classic short story by Washington Irving, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on July 22, 2017. This edition spans 74 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows the tale of Ichabod Crane and the legendary headless horseman, a character rooted in American folklore, making it a notable piece of speculative fiction.
Readers will find that “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is part of a larger collection known as The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., which includes a variety of essays and short stories. The story’s enduring appeal, particularly around Halloween, is attributed to its blend of horror and folklore, showcasing themes that resonate with literature and genre fiction enthusiasts. This edition offers a concise yet rich exploration of early American fiction, reflecting Irving’s unique storytelling style.
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“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is a short story of speculative fiction by American author Washington Irving,
contained in his collection of 34 essays and short stories entitled The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent.
Written while Irving was living abroad in Birmingham, England,
“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” was first published in 1820.
Along with Irving’s companion piece “Rip Van Winkle”, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is among the earliest examples of American fiction
with enduring popularity, especially during Halloween because of a character known as the headless horseman believed
to be a Hessian soldier who lost his head to a cannonball in battle.
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