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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

By: Washington Irving
Narrated by: Roberto Scarlato
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is a horror story by American author Washington Irving. Written while Irving was living abroad in Birmingham, England, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was first published in 1820. It is among the earliest examples of American fiction with enduring popularity, especially during Halloween because of a character known as the Headless Horseman believed to be a Hessian soldier who lost his head to a cannonball in battle.

Public Domain (P)2018 Flâneur Media Classics Ghosts Horror Scary Haunted
Classic Tale • Entertaining Elements • Perfect Voice • Balanced Satire • Well-measured Horror • Descriptive Writing
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This is the classic Washington Irving story that's perfect for Halloween season. Listening to Ichabod Crane's story is a great way to kick off the holiday.

The narrator is well spoken and really places you in the story. It's short, but well-told and engaging. Recommended.

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Classic text, well told

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Certain Books last because they are written well and tell a story that does not age.

That is certainly true here....it is a story that is just as fresh as when it was written.


The Narrator delivers a good performance to enhance the enjoyment of the the Book.






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A classic for a reason

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Wonderful spooky story for fall season or ghost story lovers in general. I grew up on the classic cartoon and had never read the story! Expertly narrated with a deep period voice that added to the atmosphere. Enjoyable all around! I received a free review copy of this book at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Classic creepy tale!

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A great October listen with a magnificently scenic description. I'm a fan of the movie, but wasn't sure I would like the book as much. I was wrong! This book is awesome! And Roberto's creepy sounding portrayal of characters is perfect. I was given a free copy of this book at my request and have voluntarily decided to leave this review.

Favorite classic 🎃

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This is one of my favorite classic stories out there. I prove this by having three copies of this book by three different narrators. I will have say that I enjoyed Roberto Scarlato's reading to the other two. His voice is a nice low voice that to me really fits this story more than the others. I would suggest you check out the various narrators before you choose which version to get. I am not disappointed with any of the copies I have but I found I prefer Mr. Scarlato's voice best so far. Of course the story needs no explaining, it's Sleepy Hollow!! A great classic and I will suggest this version to my friends over the other two I own.

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A Great Classic!

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I greatly enjoyed this reading of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Both Washington Irving's writing and Roberto Scarlato's reading measure the doses of horror and humor just right to make the legend a classic. The satire never interrupts or overwhelms the rest of the story but comes naturally, and the horror elements are always kept in perspective of their basis in Ichabod's jittery, superstitious nature. The story from beginning to end is never dull and always has some element going on that’s entertaining to listen to.

The reader balanced the mock horror with the humor at the surface in just the right way throughout the reading and was always clear to listen to.

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A well-done rendition of an American classic

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I remember reading this as a kid, but remember it differently. Thinking I was so young that a lot was over my head. But, still a fun listen. The narration on this was very well done. Nice to revisit and see anew as an adult.

Fun

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Well done! Pleasantly appealing. Roberto Scarlato 's voice was perfect. Sleepy Hollow is a great story for this time of year. Bravo! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Sleepy Hollow

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Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!!

excellent

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This is a beautiful narration of an incredibly creepy classic tale. My son and I absolutely love this version. Roberto Scarlato did a great job bringing Washington Irving's old fashioned way with words to life. It's a timeless story and this audio version pays a nice homage to it. Would highly recommend for anyone seeking to read this book for pleasure or for studies.

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Great telling of a classic story

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