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Some Merry Adventures Of Robin Hood: Of Great Renown In Nottinghamshire (1911)

AUTHOR Pyle, Howard
PUBLISHER Kessinger Publishing (09/10/2010)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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""Robin Hood: Of Great Renown in Nottinghamshire"" is a classic adventure novel written by Howard Pyle and published in 1911. The book tells the story of Robin Hood, a legendary outlaw, and his band of Merry Men who live in Sherwood Forest, robbing from the rich to give to the poor. The novel is divided into a series of short stories, each detailing a different adventure or exploit of Robin Hood and his companions. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a colorful cast of characters, including Little John, Friar Tuck, Maid Marian, and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. The stories are filled with action, adventure, and humor, as Robin and his band outsmart their enemies and defend the innocent. Pyle's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for readers of all ages. The novel is also notable for its illustrations, which were created by Pyle himself and are considered some of the most iconic depictions of Robin Hood and his world. Overall, ""Robin Hood: Of Great Renown in Nottinghamshire"" is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its exciting tales of adventure and heroism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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ISBN-13: 9781166970147
ISBN-10: 1166970140
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 200
Carton Quantity: 44
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 0.42 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 0.60 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Social Science | Folklore & Mythology
Social Science | General
Social Science | General
Grade Level: 5th Grade - Not Applicable
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 0
Point Value: 0
Guided Reading Level: Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal: 398.2
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""Robin Hood: Of Great Renown in Nottinghamshire"" is a classic adventure novel written by Howard Pyle and published in 1911. The book tells the story of Robin Hood, a legendary outlaw, and his band of Merry Men who live in Sherwood Forest, robbing from the rich to give to the poor. The novel is divided into a series of short stories, each detailing a different adventure or exploit of Robin Hood and his companions. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a colorful cast of characters, including Little John, Friar Tuck, Maid Marian, and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. The stories are filled with action, adventure, and humor, as Robin and his band outsmart their enemies and defend the innocent. Pyle's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for readers of all ages. The novel is also notable for its illustrations, which were created by Pyle himself and are considered some of the most iconic depictions of Robin Hood and his world. Overall, ""Robin Hood: Of Great Renown in Nottinghamshire"" is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its exciting tales of adventure and heroism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Author: Pyle, Howard
Howard Pyle was a successful American author and illustrator, many of whose books are aimed at younger readers. After only a few formal lessons in artistic techniques, Pyle initially began his career creating illustrations for magazines, finally publishing his first work in Harper s Weekly at the age of twenty-five. Pyle s career took off, and he was soon creating his own stories and publishing illustrated books for children. His most famous work is The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, which was the first cohesive retelling of the medieval legend of Robin Hood. His other famous works include Men of Iron, a tale about knighthood, and a four-volume collection about King Arthur. Howard Pyle died in Florence in 1911 at the age of fifty-eight.
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