The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood

Marc Notes: ; Recounts the legend of Robin Hood, who plundered the king's purse and poached his deer and whose generosity endeared him to the poor.. Publisher Marketing: The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood retells the legends of the English outlaw Robin Hood, adapting the old ballads to be read by children. The story sees Robin become an outlaw and follows his adventures as he recruits Merry Men and outwits the local authorities. Pyle's stories set a precedent for much of the modern Robin Hood mythology and storytelling. Review Citations: Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2005 pg. 323 (EAN 9781402714566, Hardcover) Wilson Middle/Junior Hi Catalo 01/01/2009 pg. 198 (EAN 9781402714566, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/1991 pg. 115 (EAN 9780684148380, Hardcover) Wilson Middle/Junior Hi Catalo 01/01/1995 pg. 114 (EAN 9780684148380, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 96 01/01/1996 pg. 121 (EAN 9780684148380, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/1991 pg. 115 (EAN 9780486220437, Paperback) Contributor Bio:  Pyle, Howard Howard Pyle was born in Wilmington, Delaware in 1853. Having studied painting at the Drexel Institute in Philadelphia, he was one of the most influential illustrators of his time, known for his imagination and detail. He also taught painting and wrote many stories for young people, illustrating his own works. He died in 1911.