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Dans un village paisible et mystérieux nommé Sleepy Hollow, situé dans la vallée de l'Hudson, vit Ichabod Crane, un maître d’école maigre, superstitieux et ambitieux. Il convoite Katrina Van Tassel, la fille d’un riche fermier. Mais il doit rivaliser avec Brom Bones, un prétendant plus robuste et populaire. Une nuit, alors qu’Ichabod rentre seul chez lui, il rencontre une créature terrifiante : le Cavalier sans tête, un fantôme légendaire censé hanter la région. Ichabod disparaît mystérieusement, et le mystère reste entier.

At the heart of Dark Romanticism is its brooding, pessimistic tone, its emphasis on the supernatural and the sins of humanity, and its use of iconic symbols and horrifying imagery. The classic Dark Romantic authors (Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Herman Melville) are represented in the stories and poems in this volume, as well as some authors who are not commonly included in this genre.

A short story by the American author Washington Irving first published in 1819. It follows a Dutch-American villager in colonial America named Rip Van Winkle who falls asleep in the Catskill Mountains and wakes up 20 years later, having missed the American Revolution.

Step back in time to the era of the American Revolution with Washington Irving's classic tale, "Rip Van Winkle," brought to life by the engaging narration of Anthony Pica. This timeless story follows the adventures of Rip Van Winkle, a kind but idle man who escapes the troubles of his nagging wife by wandering into the mountains. There, he encounters mysterious figures who offer him a drink that leads to an extraordinary slumber.

Contents: - Washington Irving. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Edgar Allan Poe. The Gold Bug - Herman Melville. Bartleby, the Scrivener - Bret Harte. The Luck of Roaring Camp - Leo Tolstoy. The Death of Ivan Ilyich - Fyodor Dostoevsky. The Dream of a Ridiculous Man - Rudyard Kipling. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi - Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The Yellow Wallpaper - Anton Chekhov. The Lady with the Dog - D.H. Lawrence. The Prussian Officer - James Joyce. Araby - Ivan Turgenev. First Love.

There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.

There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.

These two shorts stories are likely the most well-known and beloved of the famed American author Washington Irving, both having been published serially between 1819 and 1820 in his renowned collection of stories and essays The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon. For both of these delightful tales, the fictional Dutch historian Diedrich Knickerbocker is attributed by Irving as his authoritative source.

Enter the eerie world of Sleepy Hollow, a secluded village steeped in mystery, where strange events occur in the dead of night. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Washington Irving's timeless tale, follows the story of Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolteacher, as he becomes entangled in local folklore and the haunting figure of the Headless Horseman.

Ghosts, ghouls, witches, and other unearthly creatures promise to chill the blood and raise the hair of even the most courageous listener. Volume Two in this series presents more classic horror to enjoy beyond the spooky season. Brought to you by the slightly unhinged Utah Audiobook Narrators.

Rip Van Winkle de Washington Irving cuenta la historia de un hombre que se queda dormido en las montañas Catskill y se despierta décadas después en un mundo cambiado. La historia explora temas del tiempo, el cambio y las consecuencias de descuidar las propias responsabilidades.

Esta leyenda tiene como protagonista a Pedro Gil, conocido como Peregil, un gallego dedicado a la tarea de aguatero. Irving expresa la opinión de que por sus características estaba destinado a ser aguatero: "La Naturaleza parece haber preparado razas de hombres, como lo ha hecho con los animales, para determinados trabajos"

En la tranquila aldea de Sleepy Hollow, un misterioso jinete sin cabeza atemoriza a los lugareños cada noche. Entre ellos se encuentra Ichabod Crane, un excéntrico maestro escolar de Connecticut, quien se enamora de la bella Katrina Van Tassel. Sin embargo, su rival, Brom Bones, también aspira al corazón de Katrina y no dudará en usar la leyenda del espectro para atemorizar a Ichabod. Una noche, después de una fiesta en la granja Van Tassel, Ichabod se enfrenta al terrorífico fantasma en su camino a casa.

One of the first noted American authors to be highly acclaimed in Europe during his life time, Washington Irving (April 3, 1783-November 28, 1859) wrote numerous short stories, biographies, histories, and tales of his travels. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," first published in 1820, is variously regarded as a Gothic tale and a modern folk story about the early history of the United States of America.

For an atheist it’s a great deal, though it does suggest atheism may have a weak point. For those of faith it’s a matter of jam now and purgatory tomorrow. A bargain many artists feel is something they can live with. For agnostics it’s usually a question of can the afterlife really be that bad, would workplace regulations reach all parts of heaven and hell. However, in this volume the terms are agreed and the Devil pays his fees and the character his dues, each happy to wait a few decades for the eternal payback.

Can you imagine sleeping for twenty years? In this story by Washington Irving, Rip Van Winkle wakes up to discover that the world is a very different place. What has he missed while he slept?

Die Legende von Sleepy Hollow ist eine der bekanntesten Erzählungen der amerikanischen Literatur. Sie erzählt die Geschichte von Ichabod Crane, einem Schulmeister, der sich in die schöne Katrina Van Tassel verliebt und sich mit ihrem Verehrer Brom Bones anlegt. Doch in der Nacht von Halloween lauert ihm eine schreckliche Gestalt auf: der kopflose Reiter, der die Seelen der Lebenden raubt. Wird Ichabod ihm entkommen können? Oder wird er sein nächstes Opfer? Dieses Hörbuch präsentiert Ihnen die spannende und atmosphärische Geschichte in einer neuen Übersetzung, die dem Original von Washington Irving treu bleibt.

The Christmas Stories by Washington Irving is a delightful collection that brings together the timeless holiday tales penned by the acclaimed American author Washington Irving. This anthology includes some of Irving's most cherished stories, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, The Christmas Dinner, and more. Washington Irving, known for his masterful storytelling, invites listeners into the heart of Christmas celebrations in 19th-century America. Through his vivid descriptions and memorable characters, Irving captures the warmth, joy, and festive spirit of the holiday season.

A Lenda original do Cavaleiro sem Cabeça em uma edição comemorativa com capa dura. Inclui os contos extras: Rip van Winkle, O Noivo Espectral e O Diabo e Tom Walker.

El Jinete Sin Cabeza es la traducción al español del relato clásico "La Leyenda de Sleepy Hollow". En este audiolibro, nos sumergimos en la brumosa atmósfera de Sleepy Hollow y exploramos una de las más icónicas narraciones estadounidenses: 'La Leyenda de Sleepy Hollow' de Washington Irving.