David Baldwin
Robin Hood: The English Outlaw Unmasked
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445602813
- author:
- David Baldwin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.2 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Mythology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The identity of Robin Hood remains one of England's greatest historical enigmas. For centuries, his legend has captivated people with tales of a brilliant archer who robbed from the rich to give to the poor. Yet, despite numerous accounts and ballads, no definitive proof exists that one of these outlaws was the individual whose exploits were immortalized in song. Historian David Baldwin sets out to uncover the truth behind Robin Hood's legend by examining early ballads and official documents from the 13th and 14th centuries. His meticulous research takes him back to the tumultuous reign of King Henry III, ultimately revealing a surprising conclusion that challenges our understanding of history. By delving into the past, Baldwin sheds new light on the man who inspired the Robin Hood legend, leaving readers with a fresh perspective on this enduring figure.
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