‘Sleepy Hollow’ friendly but high strung schoolmaster Ichabod Crane lives out a tranquil life. However the Headless Horseman still haunts these parts. According to legend he was a German mercenary who lost his head to a cannonball during the Revolutionary War. As Ichabod vies for the hand of heiress Katrina Van Tassel, his rival, ‘Brom Bones’ may not be the only thing standing in his way – or should I say riding?

Many people know of the legend of Sleepy Hollow through the 1999 film adaptation starring Johnny Depp. To truly appreciate the story and its origins you’ll have to refrain from watching the movie until you’ve read the book. If you’ve already watched it – don’t worry! Irving’s telling still holds its merit, it may just seem a little dull compared to the hyped, action-packed adaptations we’re accustomed too.

Sleepy Hollow is written in intricate detail, describing every sight, sound, and smell that might be encountered if one were to visit the this fabled land. The beauty and craftsmanship of the story is remarkable. Most easily found in Washington Irving’s book of Complete Tales, it’s a terrific story for any spooky-loving reader (who may or may not be ready to tackle Stephen King just yet!).