This module is inspired by the classic American short story written by Washington Irving in 1820, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow . The story takes place in the small town of Sleepy Hollow, where strange occurrences begin to happen after the arrival of a new schoolteacher, Ichabod Crane. The town is known for its spooky legends, one of which is about a Headless Horseman, a terrifying figure who is said to haunt the area.
Washington Irving, the author of the original story, was a prominent American writer of the early 19th century. He is considered one of the first American writers to gain international acclaim, and his work helped to shape American literature. His writings often explored the themes of folklore, tradition, and the supernatural.
We have designed this module with a tip of the hat to the Advanced Dungeons & Dragon modules of the late 1970's and early 1980's. The classic early modules masterfully combined exploration, encounters, puzzles, mystery, and problem solving in a way that challenged and entertained players.
- from the publisher's blurb