The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. · Character
Katrina Van Tassel
The blooming, coquettish daughter of a prosperous Dutch farmer, whose smiles and fortune turn the quiet hollow into a battlefield of suitors.
supporting
Also known as the blooming Katrina, Van Tassel
First appearance: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
As a supporting figure in The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., Katrina Van Tassel is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The blooming heiress of Sleepy Hollow, courted by both Ichabod Crane and Brom Bones.
Katrina Van Tassel first appears in 0035 the legend of sleepy hollow.
In The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: The blooming heiress of Sleepy Hollow, courted by both Ichabod Crane and Brom Bones.
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- Miscellaneous characters and references
- Literary and folk characters
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- Closing
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