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Crane Vs. Bones In The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow
Crane versus Bones
The main character in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is a man named Ichabod Crane. Although he is the main character, Irving portrays him in many negative aspects. Brom Bones is the complete opposite of Crane. He has all of the qualities that Crane lacks. Subsequently, the two are sworn enemies. Bones is heroic, stronger, and more appealing than Crane.
Bones is depicted as the hero of the story. He is well known throughout the town and he is liked by everyone. He is also skilled in riding horses. On the contrary, Crane is a coward. He is an ordinary school teacher and he doesn’t seem to have any other skills. He is also unpopular and new to Tarry Town. Crane enjoys telling scary stories and he believes in the supernatural.

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