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The legendary enchantment of Rip Van Winkle in the Kaatskill Mountains; the gruesome end of Ichabod Crane, who met the headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow; the spectre bridegroom who turned out to be happily substantial; the pride of an English village and the come-uppance of... Read Full Overview

Captivating tales from America's first popular author transport readers back to the Dutch communities of the Hudson Valley: "Rip Van Winkle," "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," "The Spectre Bridegroom," and "Mountjoy."

The legendary enchantment of Rip Van Winkle in the Kaatskill Mountains; the gruesome end of Ichabod Crane, who met the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow; these tales and more are gathered here.

Whether one is reading them for the first time or re-reading old favorites, the titles in this series seem like old friends. Mature readers can revisit timeless treasures; young, struggling, or reluctant readers are given a format that helps them connect to the great body of... Read Full Overview