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Robin Hood
The Legend Begins Anew
For centuries, the legend of Robin Hood and his band of thieves has captivated the imagination. Now the familiar tale takes on new life, fresh meaning, and an unexpected setting.
Hunted like an animal by Norman invaders, Bran ap Brychan, heir to the throne Elfael, has abandoned his father's kingdom and fled to the greenwood. There, in the primeval forest of the Welsh borders, danger surrounds him-for this woodland is a living, breathing entity with mysterious powers and secrets, and Bran must find a way to make it his own if he is to survive.
Like the forest itself, Hood is deep, dark, and at times savagely brutal-yet full of enchantment and hope. Internationally-acclaimed author Stephen R. Lawhead has created a lyrical rendering of a time-honored story that will lead you down strange pathways into another time and place.
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booklover.......2007-08-24
My first reading of a "Robin Hood" novel.Once I finished reading it ,I knew that this would be the standard by which I would compare other novels in the genre.Stephen Lawhead is a great writer.Reading this book was like watching a movie in that it had me picturing all sorts of images in my head whilst reading.My only complaint is that it wasn't long enough!
Excellent twist on an old legend.......2007-08-23
This book was better than I expected and I can't wait for Book 2 of the Trilogy!
I especially enjoy historical fiction and this was no disappointment. The detail and intricacy were superb, yet the pace was fast enough to keep me reading deep into the night.
Lawhead is a Christian author and this is categorized as "Christian Fiction", but it's certainly not theologically overbearing, nor is it trite like so much other Christian fiction.
Let fly!.......2007-08-02
This Robin Hood re-telling is intriguing for its re-creation of the famous historical legend, and Lawhead keeps the pace uptempo and interesting drawing one into the tale. The book moves along effortlessly and provides a nice bit of relaxation and entertainment. It is a great tale to enjoy and relax upon.
Tip: Read it from the end to the beginning...or at least start with the explanation of the setting (found at the end of the book): Wales in an earlier time frame, and Lawhead's reasoning is intriguing having to do with his investigation of historical records of the Robin Hood myth and the topography of England/Wales, as well as the Welsh people themselves. A knowledge of setting BEFORE I read the book would have helped me appreciate Lawhead's project a bit more.
Lawhead does not seem to be trying to overthink the room or over-tell the story. In a myth as renound as Robin Hood one expects that an author would try to reach "deeper" and tell the story in a new form of expression or from a different angle. But Lawhead's storytelling is simple and straightforward. His unique and specific contribution to the story is found in his re-casting the setting into Wales and an earlier time period.
Smart. And interesting.
On the other hand, I was looking for another unique contribution. This could have come from the characters themselves. However, I thought that Lawhead's character development was just a bit too brief. The story moved along, but seemed to come up just a bit short for me. I appreciated the Bran (crf. "Robin Hood") character, and Friar Tuck, but Little John remained relatively static and I'm still left wanting more from Bran and his band of misfits who are wandering about the mysterious woods conjuring up trouble for their enemies in order to win back their lands. There is certainly more room for all this in Scarlet, the next installment. So, I say, "Let fly," Lawhead! Draw it out a bit ala Tolkien!
The real Robin Hood?.......2007-07-31
Who knows? Robin Hood set in 11th century Wales works for me though. Bran ap Brychan is a care free and nere-do-well son of a Welsh kinglet who in a few short and horrendous weeks is orphaned, cheated out of his ancestral kingdom, and thrust into a battle for his life and the iives or his subjects. The Normans have been in England for a little less than a generation and having conquered England set their eyes on Wales. Through treachery, political maneuvering, and conquest they are carving up the eastern portion of the only land left to the original inhabitiants of Britain. Will Bran grow up fast enough to make a difference or will he flee to safety and comfort in the north?
As usual Stephen Lawhead delivers a gripping tale of heroism, moral crisis, and historical and mythical detail that dazzles the imagination. I loved how he wove familiar characters into the new setting bringing life to a story that has been done to death. I look forward to the sequal. 4.5 stars.
Not Lawhead's best .......2007-07-20
I have been a huge lawhead fan for a long time. But it's been a while since I read the first volume in one of his trilogies. I thought this was slow, uninspired and pointless. Of course you were left wanting more, but that's because nothing much happened in this volume. Let's hope the other 2 are better.
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Katya Andresen, a veteran marketer and nonprofit professional, demystifies winning marketing campaigns by reducing them to ten essential rules and provides entertaining examples and simple steps for applying the rules ethically and effectively to good causes of all kinds. The Robin Hood rules steal from the winning formulas for selling socks, cigarettes, and even mattresses, with good advice for appealing to your audiences’ values, not your own; developing a strong, competitive stance; and injecting into every message four key elements that compel people to take notice. Andresen, who is also a former journalist, also reveals the best route to courting her former colleagues in the media and getting your message into their reporting.
Katya Andresen is vice president of marketing at Network for Good, the Internet’s leading charitable giving site. She developed the Robin Hood rules in working with dozens of local, national, and international causes in the United States, Eastern Europe, and Africa. Andresen traces her passion for helping good causes to the enormous need she witnessed overseas in her previous work as a foreign correspondent. Visit her blog to learn more...
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Serious marketing wisdom in plain language.......2007-07-24
The author has done a great job in distilling the marketing principles of the for-profit sector and applying them to the non-profit world. This is not a light over easy marketing for dummies book but is written by someone with real expertise and experience. That said, it is a not complex read and provides clear principles, compelling examples and great side-interviews with other non-profit marketers.
It is focused more often than not on social cause-related marketing which not all non-profits are involved to the depth described in this book. However the principles and practices described are applicable to all non-profit environments. An excellent read and a valuable resource.
A "must have" for every non-profit marketer.......2007-07-23
The practical advice in this book, told so elegantly and supported with fascinating case studies and interviews, makes it a "must have" for every non-profit marketer. It's one of those books you highlight, turn down pages to come back to, and put front and center on your bookshelf. One of the takeaways that has helped me see a new way to connect with our non-profit's audiences: "the goal is to show targets new ways to get what they already want or value." In other words, make it easy to see how our cause connects with what they already value, not necessarily educate them all about our mission.
Robs Rich Wisdom from For-Profits to Help Your Nonprofit .......2007-05-31
Katya Andresen has done the nonprofit sector a favor and put nonprofit and Social marketing concepts into plain English everyone can understand. Two quick helps from Andresen: 1. Move your organization beyond the big picture of your mission and focus on getting people to take specific action. 2. Stop talking to yourself in your marketing, align your communication with your audience's values and you will see greater response. This book lays out the "Robin Hood rules" for using big money marketing principles and turning them into affordable practical wisdom.
Robin Hood Marketing.......2006-08-19
There are hundreds of useful marketing books out there, but few authors have cut through the clutter to give practical strategic advise to non-profits in as effective way as Katya Andresen. Her experiences have led her to come up with simple to follow principles, that are backed up by excellent examples by a variety of experts in the field. Much of it is "common sense" put down on paper. The easy to read format and "real world" examples combine to keep you reading.
If you are looking for for a book that provides practical information for many types of organizations, especially ones that have little experience in marketing or public relations, this is it. The book would also be helpful for more established organizations to review to help them with strategic planning and cut through the clutter of outmoded thinking.
Wow!.......2006-08-14
This is an excellent resource for individuals working in the field of public service. Andresen does a remarkable job of teaching organizations how to find their "sweet spot" and how to convey complex messages in simple terms that compel audiences to take action. Her writing style is fun and engaging. I used this book for a graduate project at NYU and will be sure to refer to it regularly when I jumpstart my career. I highly recommend this essential tool. Thanks again!
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great introduction to the classic folktales.......2007-06-10
This is the first Robin Hood book I've read, so I'm not sure how to compare it to others. It is a very well written compilation of many Robin Hood tales/ballads (some directly quoted at the beginning of each chapter). Robin's character, the wily fox, the quick-witted, is perfect. His banter and trickster tales and the highlight of the book. Marian is strong and capable and very different from the modern adaptations of her. The only thing lacking is drama or character depth that would come more from a novel-form rather than folk/oral retelling. Still, great introduction for into the folktale. Grade: B+
Robin Hood.......2007-06-06
Robin Hood and his marry men go on adventures. They take on challenges of most arrows hitting the target. While he's fighting a foe he makes friends with him and the foe goes on his merry men. There was a police officer trying to capture Robin but he couldn't ever get Robin and his marry men.
I would recommend this book to age of 8-10 year olds because it's a fairytale and it's an easy read through the book. The best part of the book was Robin is one of the best archer's in the world. He faces one of the other best archers in the world and it's a close win.
I think people should read this book because if someone likes adventures, old times, and archers, they should read Robin Hood.
The Adventures of Robin Hood.......2007-03-16
The Adventures of Robin Hood is one of the most exciting books I have ever read. It is full of action and a great novel. It takes place when King Richard the Lion Heart was fighting in the crusades. Robin Hood is stealing from the rich and giving to the poor. It is filled with fighting with swords, bows and more. I believe the author wrote this to share a great leader is the best leader. It is a Puffin Classic by Roger Lancelyn Green. I liked this book because Robin Hood is great to his people and is always protecting them from the sheriff of Nottingham. Read this book of Robin's daring adventures with his followers living in the wild to see some of the great adventures he takes on against evil.
A Keepsake Treasure.......2006-11-19
This popular version of the tale of highwayman Robin Hood is artfully written, and can be easily appreciated by adults as well as youngsters. The text is colorfully rendered, and the story is as fresh as when the first odes celebrating this infamous character were penned. Of the many versions I have read, Roger Lancelyn Green's remains my favorite. Apparently, many others must think so; this edition has been in print since 1956. However, the absolute icing on the cake in owning this edition are the exqusite illustrations by noted illustrator Walter Crane. The endpapers featuring silhouettes by E.H. Shepard are also charming. Whether you buy this book for the wonderful text, the fine illustrations, or the fact that it retains its antique look, you will not be disappointed.
Good retelling of the Robin Hood stories.......2006-08-08
Roger Green, a member of the famed Inklings, retells the stories of Robin Hood in a very cohesive and enjoyable manner. He combines the stories of Tennyson, Noyes, Munday, Peacocke, Scott, and a number of other medieval (some anonymous) authors. His retelling nearly seamlessly ties them together, and you would not even guess that the stories were from different sources if you did not already know in advance.
That being said, he has modernized the language used (by modernized I mean he uses everyday English), which I disliked. I far prefer to read of old things in old English, as it tends to add to the feel of the story.
If you want to read about Robin Hood, this is a good book, but a better one is Howard Pyle's The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, which uses archaic English, is very humerous, and has magnificent drawings.
Overall grade: A-
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Reprint of the original edition, the finest modern version of the English outlaw's merry adventures. Includes 23 full-page illustrations.
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At this there was bustling at the Sheriff's castle, and men ran hither and thither upon this business and upon that, while the forge fires of Nottingham glowed red far into the night like twinkling stars, for all the smiths of the town were busy making or mending armor for the Sheriff's troop of escort. For two days this labor lasted, then, on the third, all was ready for the journey.
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Free SF Reader.......2007-09-03
Howard Pyle has put together a bunch of Robin Hood tales, legends and songs, and turned it into a book that is basically aimed at young readers. It is certainly enjoyable, and plenty of people should enjoy Robin Hood and his Merry Men running around in the forest causing trouble for those Sheriff types and others. Definitely fun.
timeless fun for the kids and adult kids.......2007-08-30
This is a fine retelling of the Robin Hood story, with all the familar characters (Robin, Little John, Friar Tuck, Will Scarlet and the rest, minus Maid Marion). Pyle has done a great job of bringing together the many legends and writing a coherent tale with language that speaks to the old period, but is easily understandable by modern readers. Kids, and adults letting themselves be kids for a while, will enjoy Robin's bold adventures and narrow escapes, the triumph of good over evil (most of the time), and the happy flouting of authority. Adults may want to read these stories with younger kids, explaining what conditions were in those days. Without this, young readers may be puzzled why Robin was constantly stealing from, and harassing, the priests and authorities of the day. Discussion will prevent young readers from taking away the wrong message. Pyle gives some discussion, but perhaps not enough, to justify Robin's behavior.
Robin Hood is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2006-12-22
Robin Hood is an adventurous, quick-acting book which changes emotions really quickly. Robin Hood is an archer who steals from the rich and gives to the poor. The Sheriff of Nottingham, along with Prince John, is plotting to take Robin Hood to jail and steal all of his money. Then there's Robin Hood's girlfriend, Maid Maiden, who loves Robin Hood and wants to marry him.
I think it was a great book. The moral it shows you is never brag about yourself - there may be someone better than you. I recommend this book for the Knights of the Round Table and everybody who wants a quick-witted adventure.
By Connor
A rolicking adventure for child and adult alike.......2006-05-25
Pyle's Robin Hood is a lovable soul, with a child's simplicity and a man's heart. The scenes are vivid, the characters lively, and the tales timeless. It's not Crime and Punishment, but it was never meant to be. Read Pyle's introductory warning, and decide for yourself if you will join him in his wandering through Sherwood Forest.
Fabulously written and illustrated version of Robin Hood.......2005-06-19
This is the best version of Robin Hood I have read. The dialogue is so authentic, and the stories may be read separately or simultaneously. Either way, the tales make one large story; the story of Robin Hood. The prologue doesn't ramble like some do, and it does well in explaining why Robin is outlawed. While the Sheriff is very serious and deadly, Robin tricks him so easily and merrily quick, but, like civil gentleman, makes sure not to over-annoy him.
The illustrations are very detailed and authentic as well.
From the back:
The beloved adventures of Robin Hood come vividly to life in this wonderful illustrated version by Howard Pyle. Deep in Sherwood Forest, the legendary Robin Hood-the brave, good-humored outlaw- proves himself the best in England with his bow. Here are all the exciting tales of how Little John, Will Scarlet, Alan a Dale, and Friar Tuck joined his merry band of men...Robin Hood's breathtaking escapes from his arch enemy, the Sheriff of Nottingham...and one hilarious escapade after another, filled with quick action, scheming villains, and great surprises. Days of old bursting with pageantry, knights, and beautiful maidens return in a superb classic story.
I also recommend the Story of King Arthur and his Knights by Howard Pyle. It's just as well written and illustrated.
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Robin Hood: The Shaping of the Legend (Contributions to the Study of World Literature)
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Among the narrative traditions of the Middle Ages, the Robin Hood legend holds a unique, important, and often overlooked position. Robin Hood's uniqueness and importance begins with his status as the only English contribution to world mythology. His is also the only lasting myth to arise from the High Middle Ages and the last Western legend to achieve a sustained international appeal. Several Robin Hood ballads survive from the Middle Ages, and from the 15th to the 17th centuries he figured prominently in folk drama. Since then, he has appeared in numerous proverbs, placenames, operas, novels, children's stories, films, and television series. A tale told so often must be profoundly significant to the society that retells it. Yet in spite of its importance and popularity, the legend of Robin Hood has received surprisingly little study. This book overviews the genesis and development of the Robin Hood legend from the Middle Ages to 1700. As is appropriate for a work that bridges the divide between the worlds of fiction and history, this volume incorporates the strengths of both historical and literary approaches, respecting both the circumstances of the historic setting and the legend's status as a fictive creation. The principal focus of the book is the interaction between the text and the social context in which the legend arose and developed. The first two chapters examine the early Robin Hood tradition, including the initial nondramatic manifestations of the legend and the later dramatic representations. The volume then looks at the transformation of the legend in the 16th and 17th centuries and considers how the various elements of the legend interacted with each other and with society as a whole.
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Robin Hood: A Complete Study of the English Outlaw
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Robin Hood: A Mythic Biography
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Excellent overview..........2005-02-19
This text is foundational to the study of Robin Hood. An overview and analysis of the most important, and sometimes obscure, texts in the tradition, it moves from ballad to play to broadside to musical to novel to film with practiced ease. Professor Knight's comments are insightful and solidly backed. Not a dry book, it is full of energy for the subject and a wry wit. Want to know about Robin Hood? Start with Stephen Knight.
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For generations, readers of all ages have delighted in the adventures of Robin Hood. The legend of the Prince of Thieves dates back as far as 1200 A.D., and versions of the story have been illustrated by some of the world s most notable artists. The latest entry in Chronicle s Classic Illustrated Edition series, this lavishly illustrated book features over 100 of the best images from the 12th to the 20th centuries, including works by N. C. Wyeth, Howard Pyle, Walter Crane, Honor C. Appleton, and Harry Theaker. This gallery of images, combined with E. Charles Vivian s classic version of the tale, is an unforgettable treat.
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Robin Hood.......2006-05-22
Robin Hood is a very interesting story that everyone should read. One thing that I liked about this book is that it is an adventure story where people take risks. As soon as one adventure is done, another starts right away, so it is endless adventure until the last page. In the story new things happen every page, which is another thing that I really like about this book. Also I like that Robin and his group help people in need and take from people who are wealthy. Robin Hood is a great book for people of all ages, especially for people who like to read adventure stories or who just like to read.
A PRINCELY TALE.......2003-02-18
Robin Hood
E. Charles Vivian, Compiled by Cooper Edens
The exciting and timeless tale about "the prince of thieves" is more beautiful than ever in this special "Classic Illustrated Edition" title. As with the series' previous titles -- "Peter Pan," "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," "Pinocchio" and "Aesop's Fables" -- "Robin Hood" is illustrated with a virtual best-of variety of color and black-and-white images from a collection of archival sources. There are more than 100 splendid images in all, dating from the 12th to the 20th century and created by artists as diverse as N.C. Wyeth, Howard Pyle, Walter Crane and Honor C. Appleton. The range is considerable, the fine-detail of the works is immensely impressive, the art restoration is impeccable, and each antique image is uniquely charming. The lack of a consistent visual style is initially jarring, but quickly it becomes apparent that this inconsistency is the very source of the book's appeal, particularly for retro fans attracted to ye olde graphics. The text itself remains loyal to E. Charles Vivian's classic version of the story -- with most of the content, spelling and grammar intact from the 1906 edition, making this respectful tribute to an old masterpiece worth its weight in gold marks.
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- Excellent read aloud
- Learn to shoot a bow or read this book
- Never call anyone a name they could be your relitive
- great
- A delightful Robin Hood tale
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Robin's Country
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Excellent read aloud.......2006-08-31
My 7 year old son LOVED this book as a read along. He also did well reading some of the passages, as he is a good reader, so it is a nice "you-and-me" book. Story is gentle and engaging for this age.
Learn to shoot a bow or read this book.......2004-02-18
I read Robin's Country. It was written by Monica Furlong. This is an asome book to read. I read this book in three days because it was so hard to put down.
This story is about a kid nammed Dummy (well that's what his master called him). He was practically a slave to the family. One day he makes a plan to run away. Because his master accused him of dameging his knife. The master's wife let Dummy sleep inside for the first time. So he takes a basket fills it with food and runs into Sherwood Forest. It happens that he falls into the entrance of Robin's Hideaway. The first couple of the day he was sleeping. When he got up he was asked questions but could not answer. Dummy could not talk. After a while Marien starts to teach him how to shoot arows. He gets better and better with practice. Robin goes to an archery contest and wins the prize but he was in a disguse. When the Sheriff found out that Robin won he sent an army to destroy Robin. But when the army arrived they couldn't get in. So Prince John sends an army to help. After a part of the seige was over a monk entered the hideaway. It was King Richard back from the Crusades! Dummy is King Richards's grandson.
I would recommend this book to antone who likes Robin Hood or who likes archery and sword. This is a great book so please read it. Is a great twist on the Robin Hood legend.
Never call anyone a name they could be your relitive.......2001-03-30
This is an inspiring and well-written book. I love the way this book gives a new point of view to our old favorite outlaw Robin Hood. This is more to the caring side of the man and helps you to learn more about the most famous gang in literature. A young boy, Dummy, who can't talk, runs away from his cruel master due to the cruel and unusual punishment he has received. He runs to Sherwood Forest where he believes that he will be killed by either wolves and outlaws but it is his only hope to live. He soon becomes sick and he stumbles into a cave, part of Robin Hood's kingdom, which is hidden by a dense thicket. At first, Robin and, especially, Marian think that Dummy may be a spy for Prince John. Eventually he is accepted by the men in green. We also soon find out that his name is Richard. Marian is to be his teacher with the bow and arrow, for many believe she's the best archer. Robin become Dummy's friend and hero he hopes to become just like him. This book shows faith, honor, courage and friendship. All of which are greatly woven in. There is a surprise for all at the end, though it will make you think how it happened.
great.......2000-10-01
I think that Juniper and the book Wise Child and Robin's Country were really good books but if youv'e read Wise Child their has to be a sequel because the book is so great you have to know what happens next.
A delightful Robin Hood tale.......2000-06-29
Dummy, a young boy who is unable to talk, runs away from his cruel master. Though he has heard there are wolves and outlaws in Sherwood Forest, it's the only place he can hide. Delirious with fever, he stumbles into a cave, part of Robin Hood's tiny "kingdom," hidden by a dense thicket and protected by Our Lady of the Forest. At first, Robin and, especially, Marian are afraid that Dummy might be a spy for the wicked Prince John, but soon he is accepted by the green-clad outlaws. It's Marian who teaches him to use a bow and arrow, because she's the best archer. Robin becomes Dummy's hero, and the boy hopes, one day, to be just like him. This is an inspiring story of faith, honor, courage and friendship. The descriptions of the greenwood are lovely, and the characters come alive. There are many exciting, often humorous, adventures. And there's a delightful surprise happy ending. Although "Robin's Country" is written primarily for young readers, I think anyone interested in Robin Hood would enjoy it. Some other good books based on the Robin Hood legend are Theresa Tomlinson's "The Forestwife" and "Child of the May" and Robin McKinley's "The Outlaws of Sherwood."
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Beyond Disney's Robin Hood.......2006-03-22
Before my professor pointed it out I hadn't really given much thought to where my knowledge of, and love for, the Robin Hood tales came from. Once I began to give it some thought, I realized it wasn't from books at all, it was from the Errol Flinn and Disney movies (such poor literary sources!). We all seem to know one or two Robin Hood tales, but Robin Hood is a much more complex character than those few tales would show.
I was also suprised to learn that no Robin Hood tales are included in the major anthology of English literature (Norton's), which seems odd to me, since the tales are classic English literature.
This collection of Robin Hood material is comprehensive, many stories I had never heard are here, and if you are looking to really learn about the literary sources for Robin Hood this is great (that is the publisher's purpose). This is not a children's storybook however. Much of the language is in the older forms of English, and even as an adult I sometimes wrestled with the language to understand it.
All that to say, that as a Robin Hood fan, I am thrilled with this book.
Welcome to Sherwood! (and Barnsdale).......2000-05-10
Do you know need a reason to buy this book? I can give you an excellent one -- it's called the Table of Contents. It lists 700 pages worth of Robin Hood ballads, plays and more. It has the earliest ballads and plays where Robin is merely a yeoman, the first play that casts him as the Earl of Huntington, and later ballads that give the "origins" of Little John, Maid Marian and Will Scarlet. Also, there's an introductory article on the history of the legend and complete introductions and notes to all the ballads and plays. The notes and introductions are by Stephen Knight and Thomas Ohlgren, two top Robin Hood scholars. If you want to read the original tales of the outlaw, or if you are teach a course in Robin Hood, this book is an excellent buy. Just treat it with care. I notice my cover is fraying somewhat.
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- Nearly perfect for the intended audience
- "Robin Hood" is great, a classic!
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ASIN: 0679810455
Release Date: 1991-09-24 |
Book Description
Life in Sherwood Forest has never been livelier than with this selection of tales of the fun-loving outlaw and his merry men. A fast-moving adaptation of the classic adventure will delight older slow readers as well as kids reading on grade level.
Customer Reviews:
Nearly perfect for the intended audience.......2001-11-28
I bought this book to read with my 7 year old, and I am pretty well pleased with it. The vocabulary is simple, the sentences are short (and often start with the word "and"; my grade school teachers would be appalled), but the tale is told effectively and accessibly for young readers.
Also, unlike some other books for young readers (e.g. the Droon series), this book does not simplify to the point of eliminating all of the descriptive passages. When Robin disguises himself as a musician, he wears "feathers of many colors" and carries a harp. There's not enough description to interfere with the pace for impatient children, but there is enough detail to hang your imagination off of.
As for the story, there were some frustrating omissions. The origin of Robin Hood is given only a few paragraphs in the introduction, and the tales of how Will Scarlet and Friar Tuck joined the band are missing. The book only tells how Little John joined. The rest just sort of show up later in the story. I'm sure that was done to keep the pace of the story moving, but it would have been good to have more of the stories written in this same style.
The rest of the story is a reasonably solid narration of the traditional tale of Robin Hood, with no more than the usual level of variation. I definitely recommend this book as a good way to introduce children to the story of Robin Hood, though I like the Dover Children's Thrift Classics edition slightly better.
"Robin Hood" is great, a classic!.......1998-11-11
I am 6 years old in first grade and I love this book! I like the characters best. It's great. The words were not hard for me. I've got 20,000 Leagues under the sea, the last of the Mohicans, Robin Hood, and Kidnapped, and Robin Hood is one of the best of these.
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