The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Washington Irving / Tim Zengerink

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Editorial:
muze Publishing
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781806290710
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What if a single midnight ride could decide whether legends are real-or you become one?In this definitive, reader-friendly translation, Washington Irving’s quintessential American ghost story comes alive with crisp contemporary language while preserving every ounce of 1820 charm. Follow lanky, book-loving Ichabod Crane as he navigates barnyard feasts, spirited country dances, and jealous pranks-unaware that each footstep draws him closer to the Horseman’s thunderous gallop.What You’ll Discover Inside:America’s First Great Horror Icon - The origin of the Headless Horseman that still haunts pop culture today.Rich Hudson Valley Lore - Dutch superstitions, Revolutionary War echoes, and autumnal atmosphere distilled for modern readers.Timeless Themes - Vanity, desire, and the power of rumor explored through lively characters.Historical Notes & Discussion Guide - Context, questions, and prompts ideal for classrooms or book clubs.Illustrated Glossary - Colonial terms and customs explained at a glance.Will Ichabod ever reach the other side of the bridge-or has his fate already been written in hoofprints and flame?

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