Book 41 || The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving Book 41 || The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving Book 41 || The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, written by Washington Irving and published in 1820, is one of America’s most enduring ghost stories. Set in the quiet, eerie village of Sleepy Hollow, the tale follows the superstitious schoolteacher Ichabod Crane, who becomes enamored with the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel. However, Crane must contend with the local hero, Brom Bones, and the legendary specter, the Headless Horseman. The story climaxes with Ichabod’s terrifying encounter with the Horseman one fateful night. Irving masterfully blends elements of folklore, humor, and gothic horror to create a timeless tale that reflects the early American fascination with mystery and the supernatural....