Q: Hello, We found several books in a box that have been passed down in my family. Among them, is “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” published by Henry Altemus. The publication date is 1896, though I know publication dates are not always accurate. Can you tell me a little more about this book/particular edition? I want to keep it in the family, but we are curious about it.

A: Your book is part of the 31 volume Belles-Lettres Series. All of the books in this series are reprints.

The books were published in the 1896-1897 era. I have seen six cover formats so far. The other five are shown below.

It is a reprint and unfortunately only has value of the sentimental type.