The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Graphic Horror

by Jeff Zornow (Adapter), Washington Irving

Ghosts and goblins abound in Sleepy Hollow. The haunting tales of the Headless Horseman entranced Ichabod Crane. During the day, he found the stories exciting. But at night he was afraid. His fear reached new heights the night he was chased by the mysterious ghost! The terrifying ride is brought to life in this striking graphic novel adaptation.

Genres: Classics, Horror, Graphic Novels, Fiction, Graphic Novels Comics

32 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 2007

Reviews

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

I audio-ed the BBC version of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving in the car. To me, this is the perfect way to read Sleepy Hollow, especially coming into it from reading nothing but YA. Now don't get me wrong, YA is awesome, but it is a tough transition to make from YA to the classics.
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[Emmanuel Ahgu · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is such a captivating story. The way it weaves together eerie suspense with a dash of humor and folklore creates an atmosphere that is hard to forget. The quiet village, the shadowy woods, and that nagging feeling that something supernatural might be lurking just beyond your sight really pull you into the narrative. ‎ Ichabod Crane is such a unique and memorable character, isn't he? His eccentricities, ambitious dreams, and the playful rivalry with Brom Bones keep things interesting and relatable even with the mysterious Headless Horseman hanging in the air. I love how the old-fashioned writing style adds to the charm making it feel like a true piece of classic literature. ‎ As for the ending, it really leaves you with questions, doesn’t it? Was the Horseman real, or was it all just a masterful deception? That bit of ambiguity is one of the reasons I think this story is so enjoyable to revisit. It’s spooky without being overly scary, perfectly capturing the essence of early American storytelling. ‎ I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys classic ghost stories, folklore, or tales that come with a touch of mystery. Though it's a short read, it definitely leaves a lasting impression in your mind.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

After finishing *The Legend of Sleepy Hollow*, I was mostly swept away by its atmosphere. The story itself isn't long, but the autumn mist, the quiet town, and the subtle eeriness are truly vivid. Ichabod Crane's comical yet somewhat pitiful character adds a layer of irony and humor to the story beyond its horror.

Most interestingly, you can't quite tell whether it's the supernatural or human nature at the end. Closing the book, I was left with a slight chill and a lingering, thought-provoking space, perfect for reflecting on in the quiet of the night.

[Jane Vellichor · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Jeff Zornow's illustrations. Although I must observe that the character designs reminded me strongly of the old 1949 Disney film version of Irving's tale. Still, in one way this resemblance actually heightened my enjoyment of Zornow's artwork. It helped his depictions feel familiar while still appearing more grown-up than the Disney animation.

[Gail DiVico · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this graphic novel version of this ever popular story - one of my favorites, especially at this time of year. The illustrations are wonderful and perfectly portrayed the story of school master, Ichabod Crane and his frightening ride home late one night being chased by the infamous headless horseman. I definitely recommend reading this graphic version...even if you've read it before, like i have, this is a wonderful change.

[Mrs. Nelson , VMS Library · Rating 3 out of 5]

The legend of Sleepy Hollow is such a cool classic. The story of the Headless Horseman is very well-known. Having it presented as a graphic novel is great for middle schoolers, but it does lack some detail. The art was a little bit odd, but not bad. I did learn more about Ichabod Crane's character, which is cool. I would recommend this to young readers who are interested in all things spooky. For most, it will still be a quick read.

[Adam Barrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun graphic novel version of the Legend. Unfortunately, for me, visually, I can't unsee the Disney short when I'm reading this. It's just so ingrained. However, it is illustrated extremely well, and the mian basic points of the story are certainly there.
It is a great introduction to the Legend for those who the language of the original could be an obstacle.

[Andy Hickman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Graphic Chillers: “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Jeff Zornow (Adapter), Washington Irving
Cool graphics. Interesting story. Don't know whether Ichabod Crane is to be pitied or not. ***

[Mercedes · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5

[Kris Vallecillo · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this as a kid…so honestly don’t remember much of it. I think I remember it mostly because of the movies that came out based on the book. Nostalgia, especially around spooky season

[Sunday · Rating 3 out of 5]

When I have to dress up as the ghost of a dead cavalryman so I can cuck that weird incel I don't like.

[John Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

short but spooky tale of supernatural or was it?

[Natalie · Rating 3 out of 5]

What I actually listened to was : The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Radio Dramatization, which is more of a voice performance or dramatization of the book. I will probably read the actual book someday, but i needed something to listen to while I worked on some projects. I have definitely heard versions of this story before, I think everyone knows the gist of what happens. The ending of this particular production wasn't very good because there are very loud hoofbeat sound effects over the voice and you could barely hear what he was saying. A good effect, but needed to be toned down to hear the story.

[L13_Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is illustrated with gorgeous pictures that authentically represent the horror if this classic short story. Ichabod is true to his stereotype in his skinny frame, exaggerated features, hidden agendas, and love of fright. The subtitles are well-written and retell the story of the love triangle between Brom Bones, Katrina Van Tassel, and the protagonist Icabod. A story of jealousy that contributes to the infamous, frightful legend Sleepy Hollow has earned. However, if you are looking for quotes from Washington Irving's original version, you won't find them. Jeff Zornow adapted a version minus the wonderful language of Irving.

[Kirsten · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is a great story to share this time of year. This adapted version is great for younger children. With it's simple text and big pictures it is easier to follow along and understand. This is a great story to share for a traditional literature project it follows the legend sequence.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

At times, the description was maddeningly long, but other than that it was a good story. It wasn't as scary as I thought it would be, but it still gave me goosebumps. See? I thought it was good... and everyone says that classics are praised, but never read.

[Megan Garner · Rating 3 out of 5]

i also had to read this for one of my book projects in sixth grade....it was pretty good. :)

[Tatiana · Rating 5 out of 5]

A classic must read for everyone. Adult and children alike. pretty intense and vivid.

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read to 3rd graders during "Spooky Stories" .... loved the pictures .... one of my favorite stories!

[Haim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jeff Zornow has truly captured the orallity of storytelling in his adaptation of Irving's work. The illustrations are great. This is a great read-aloud campfire book.

[Reba · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ichabod Crane encounters the headless horseman.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well told version of the Irving story. Loved the art! The art is appropriate for the story and the target age group: creepy but not bloody.

[Carly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it. Illustrations are great.