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"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is a short story by Washington Irving contained in his collection The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., written while he was living in Birmingham, England, and first published in 1820. It was based on a German folktale set in the Dutch culture of Post-Revolutionary War in New York State. With Irving's companion piece "Rip Van Winkle", it is among the earliest examples of American fiction still read today. (Summary by Wikipedia)

This collection from renowned author Washington Irving (famed for his haunting tale "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and the fantastical legend of "Rip Van Winkle") offers a diverse mix of stories ranging from the spooky and strange supernatural folk tales surrounding his native New England to stories more exotic of ancient legends and travel sketches from faraway places reflective of the time Irving spent journeying through Europe. - Summary by Ben Tucker

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the pages of Washington Irvings Tales from the Alhambra, a rich tapestry of essays, sketches, and stories inspired by his enchanting stay at the Alhambra Palace in 1828. Traveling from Madrid to the stunning city of Granada, Irving was captivated by its beauty and charm, gaining special access to the historic Alhambra through the governor and the archbishop. Accompanied by his knowledgeable guide, Mateo Ximenes, Irving sought to capture the essence of this magical place. His writings, filled with vivid descriptions and personal reflections, have played a...

Washington Irvings collected Christmas tales, telling of the Author and his holiday in a rustic country seat, Surrounded by all the good cheer and tradition the Geogian times can muster. A fine tale for the seasonal period! Narrated by Michael Ward...

Ichabod Crane, a lanky schoolteacher with dreams of wealth and love, finds himself ensnared in the eerie tales of Sleepy Hollow. As he vies for the heart of the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel, he must navigate the strange superstitions and ghostly legends that haunt the village. The most terrifying of these legends is the Headless Horseman, a specter said to roam the night, seeking revenge against the living. When Ichabod encounters this ominous figure, his fate hangs in the balance, and the line between reality and myth blurs dangerously. In this captivating retelling of Washington Irving's ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 19th-century London as seen through the eyes of a masterful observer, as suggested by the title "Washington Irving in London." This podcast invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of experiences, capturing the essence of British culture, architecture, and social life during a time of great change. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of Irving's essays and reflections, where he skillfully intertwines humor and keen insight. Discover the charm of Westminster Abbey, the allure of British antiques, and ...

There is a sequestered glen off the east coast of the Hudson, New York state, which has long continued under the sway of some witching power; the neighbourhood abounds with tales, haunted spots and twilight superstitions. But as hapless schoolmaster Ichabod Crane will discover, the wildest of...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Sleepy Hollow is a strange little place...some say bewitched. Some talk of its haunted valleys and streams, the ghostly woman in white, eerie midnight shrieks and howls, but most of all they talk of the Headless Horseman. A huge, shadowy soldier who...

Washington Irving’s classic tale comes alive for a new generation of listeners. In the quiet village of Sleepy Hollow, the lanky schoolmaster Ichabod Crane competes for the hand of Katrina Van Tassel while eerie tales swirl about a mysterious Headless Horseman. Humor, suspense, and...

Schlaf, Zeit & eine wundersame Rückkehr – Washington Irvings berühmte Erzählung über Vergänglichkeit und den Wandel der Welt, atmosphärisch gesprochen von Jürgen Fritsche. Der gutmütige, verträumte Rip van Winkle flieht vor den Sorgen des Alltags in die Berge – und begegnet dort geheimnisvollen Gestalten. Nach einem tiefen Schlaf kehrt er in sein Dorf zurück und muss feststellen, dass viele Jahre vergangen sind und sich die Welt grundlegend verändert hat.

Mit „Die Legende von Sleepy Hollow" schuf Washington Irving einen der bekanntesten Klassiker der phantastischen Literatur. Im abgeschiedenen Dorf Sleepy Hollow verbreiten sich unheimliche Geschichten über einen kopflosen Reiter, der nachts durch die Wälder streift. Der ehrgeizige Schulmeister Ichabod Crane gerät zunehmend in den Bann der düsteren Legenden – bis eine schicksalhafte Begegnung sein Leben für immer verändert. Irving verbindet feinen Humor mit schauriger Atmosphäre und erschafft eine Erzählung zwischen Volksmärchen, Gothic Horror und psychologischer Spannung.

"Astoria" describes the many perilous adventures, discoveries, and disasters experienced by the brave Americans who joined the 1810-1813 Astor Expedition to Oregon. The wealthy New York fur magnate John Jacob Astor masterminded an extensive enterprise with the hope of setting up a fur trading center and outpost of American colonization at the mouth of the Columbia River. Journeying by land and by sea, the intrepid travelers endured incredible hardships, utter exhaustion, and near starvation. Especially interesting and harrowing were the odysseys of Wilson Price Hunt and Robert Stuart who ...

Benjamin Bonneville spent the years 1832 to 1835 on the adventure of a lifetime, leading an expedition of trapping, trading, and exploring in the wilds of Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Nevada and California. Here is Washington Irving's colorful summary of the world that Bonneville observed, experienced, and cherished: the gay free trapper and his steed, decked out in wild array, and tinkling with bells and trinketry; the savage war chief, plumed and painted and ever on the prowl; the traders' cavalcade, winding through defiles or over naked plains, with the stealthy war ...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the quiet valley of Sleepy Hollow, every shadow seems to remember a story… and every hoofbeat in the night may be more than imagination. With The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Washington Irving helped shape the American Gothic tradition, blending...

Washington Irving's Old Christmas tells of an American's travels through England during the Christmas season. Through a chance meeting with an old friend he is able to experience Christmas in a stately manor house. Through his eyes as a houseguest he glimpses the uniquely British customs and celebrations of Christmas as it would have been experienced during the Middle Ages, rather than in the early 19th century. - Summary by Greg Giordano

Washington Irving, an author, biographer, historian, and diplomat, completed his first major work, a satire of contemporary local history and politics entitled A History of New-York from the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty, by Diedrich Knickerbocker in 1809. Prior to its publication, Irving started a promotional hoax (not unlike some modern-day publicity stunts?) by placing fake missing persons advertisements in local newspapers asking for help in locating Diedrich Knickerbocker. As a continuation of the hoax, Irving also published a notice purported to be written by the...

Washington Irving, an author, biographer, historian, and diplomat, completed his first major work, a satire of contemporary local history and politics entitled A History of New-York from the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty, by Diedrich Knickerbocker in 1809. Prior to its publication, Irving started a promotional hoax (not unlike some modern-day publicity stunts?) by placing fake missing persons advertisements in local newspapers asking for help in locating Diedrich Knickerbocker. As a continuation of the hoax, Irving also published a notice purported to be written by the...

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A veritable library of listening in this splendid collection of American Short Stories! This boxed set includes all stories from Volumes 1, 2 and 3.

A headless horseman haunts Sleepy Hollow! At least that’s the legend in the tiny village of Tarrytown. But scary stories won’t stop the town’s new schoolmaster, Ichabod Crane, from crossing the hollow, especially when the beautiful Katrina lives on the other side.