A Brief History of Robin Hood (Brief Histories (Paperback))

Who was Robin Hood? Throughout history the figures of the hooded man of Sherwood forest and his band of outlaws have transfixed readers and viewers; but where does the myth come from? The story appeared out of the legend of the Green man but found its location during the reign of Richard II, the Lionheart, who was away from England fighting in the crusades. In his absence his brother John lay waste to the country. But does this tell the full story? Was Robin a bandit prince ahead of a troop of brigands? Who was the Sherrif and was he in fact the legitimate law in the land fighting vigilan. Read more... Abstract: Who was Robin Hood? Throughout history the figures of the hooded man of Sherwood forest and his band of outlaws have transfixed readers and viewers; but where does the myth come from? In his absence his brother John lay waste to the country. But does this tell the full story? Was Robin a bandit prince ahead of a troop of brigands? Read more... "Who was Robin Hood? Throughout history the figures of the hooded man of Sherwood forest and his band of outlaws have transfixed readers and viewers; but where does the myth come from? The story appeared out of the legend of the Green man but found its location during the reign of Richard II, the Lionheart, who was away from England fighting in the crusades. In his absence his brother John lay waste to the country. But does this tell the full story? Was Robin a bandit prince ahead of a troop of brigands? Who was the Sherrif and was he in fact the legitimate law in the land fighting vigilantes?"--Publisher description

the Story Of Robin Hood Contains Compelling Narratives Of Crusades And Outlaws And Has Become A Symbol For Justice In An Unjust World. Robin Hood Became A Hero Over The Centuries And Has Been Immortalized In Books, Art, And Movies, As Well As A Figure Of Admiration, Stealing From The Rich And Giving To The Poor. This brief History Explores The Truth Behind The Myths And The Realities Behind The Images, And Reveals An Unexpected Story That Hits Close To Home.

Robin Hood and his merry men The birth of the legend The hero of the ballads The literary tradition The bandit leader Fulk FitzWarin Eustice the monk Rebels The merry men Maid Marian and Friar Tuck The Sheriff of Nottingham and Sir Guy Gisborne King Richard and King John Robin Hood in Hollywood.