The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
About this book
Washington Irving presents a masterwork of American fiction in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Volume 1. This Flame Tree Collectable Classics edition features the famous tale of Ichabod Crane, a schoolmaster navigating the superstitions of a Dutch settlement near the Hudson River. As Crane attempts to court the wealthy Katrina van Tassel, he faces rivalry from the village prankster Brom Bones. The narrative follows the chilling encounter between Crane and the legendary Headless Horseman, a mystery that leaves behind only a shattered pumpkin and unanswered questions.
This deluxe fiction volume includes additional stories such as Rip Van Winkle. As part of the Flame Tree Collectable Classics series, this edition provides an unabridged text accompanied by a glossary of Gothic and Victorian terms. The book features high-quality production elements including gilded edges, luxury endpapers, and ribbon markers, making it a sophisticated choice for any collector of classic literature.