Entity: SLEEPY-HOLLOW
Sleepy Hollow refers to any quiet provincial place, with historical roots in a story by Washington Irving. It can also be used to describe a quiet and mysterious location, such as the secondary harbor north of Tarrytown, NY.
SLEEPY HOLLOW
Etymology
Sleepy Hollow is derived from an old Dutch name for the secondary harbor just north of Tarrytown, NY.
Definition
Sleepy Hollow refers to any quiet provincial place or a tranquil and enigmatic locale, often associated with historical or literary significance.
Historical Context
In 1819, Washington Irving wrote 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,' featuring the character Ichabod Crane, set in a quiet village haunted by a headless horseman.
Cultural Significance
Sleepy Hollow has become synonymous with a quiet and mysterious place, often used in literature and popular culture to evoke a sense of eeriness and nostalgia.
Related Concepts
- Washington Irving
- The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
See Also
A tranquil and enigmatic locale, often associated with historical or literary significance.