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How Christmas Was Shaped by 19th-Century Literature

19th-century authors shaped modern Christmas celebrations through literature, reviving traditions and introducing new customs that endure today.

Washington Irving

Washington Irving was the first professional American author, influencing subsequent literary movements and authors with his storytelling style and iconic characters.
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I Lived Near the Spookiest Town in the U.S. - Here's What It Was Actually Like

Sleepy Hollow is a major Halloween destination, attracting over 80,000 tourists every October.

For This Headless Horseman, October Is the Busiest Month

Hugh Francis, at 89, embodies the headless horseman in Sleepy Hollow, blending age with history in a remarkable performance.

I Lived Near the Spookiest Town in the U.S. - Here's What It Was Actually Like

Sleepy Hollow is a major Halloween destination, attracting over 80,000 tourists every October.

For This Headless Horseman, October Is the Busiest Month

Hugh Francis, at 89, embodies the headless horseman in Sleepy Hollow, blending age with history in a remarkable performance.
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