Robin Hood myth, history and culture / Nick Rennison.
| Author/creator | Rennison, Nick, 1955- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Harpenden, Herts : Pocket Essentials, |
| Description | 160 p. ; 20 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Robin in the Ballads -- Robin in the May Games -- Historical Robin -- Robin in Literature -- Robin on the Screen -- Illustrated Robin -- Musical Robin -- Computer Robin and the Future of a Legend -- Merry Men (and others). |
| Abstract | An informative, lively guide through the rich mythology of Robin Hood, across all mediums Everyone knows the story of England's greatest folk hero, the outlaw who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor. This highly entertaining book begins with the search for the historical Robin, looking at the candidates for the "real Robin Hood" who have been proposed over the years, from petty thieves to Knights Templar, before moving on to examine the many ways in which he has been portrayed in literature and on screen. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical referernces and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2012494423 |
| ISBN | 9781842432471 (pbk) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |