Robin Hood by Anonymous (1822)
The classic tale of Robin Hood follows the adventures of the legendary outlaw of Sherwood Forest. After being declared an outlaw by the Sheriff of Nottingham, Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men set out to fight injustice and oppression. Along the way, they battle the Sheriff and his men, rescue the oppressed, and rob from the rich to give to the poor. The story of Robin Hood is filled with thrilling adventures, daring rescues, and heroic deeds. Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men battle the Sheriff and his men, rescue Maid Marian from the clutches of the Sheriff, and ultimately defeat the Sheriff and restore justice to the people of Nottingham. Along the way, they also battle the evil Prince John and his henchmen, and ultimately restore King Richard to the throne. The story of Robin Hood is a timeless classic that has been retold in many different forms over the centuries. It is a story of courage, justice, and the power of friendship.
By Anonymous · First published 1822 · Genre: Adventure, Folklore, Romance · 6,767 words
First lines
The reign of King Richard the First was very different from the times we now live in. The roads were very bad, and were beset with robbers; and there was a great number of large forests and parks in the country well stocked with deer. At that time lived the famous Robin Hood. He was born in the village of Locksley, in Nottinghamshire, and his father was very skilful in the use of the cross-bow. His mother had a brother named Gamewell, of Great Gamewell-hall, near Maxwell, in the same county, but at the distance of twenty miles from the house of Robin Hood's father.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Anonymous
- Date: 1822 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Folklore, Romance, Historical Fiction, Action/Adventure
- Length: 6,767 words
- Structure: 1 section, 36 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The story follows the adventures of Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men as they fight against injustice and tyranny.
- Folklore — The story of Robin Hood is a classic example of a folktale, with its origins in medieval England.
- Romance — The story includes a romantic subplot between Robin Hood and Maid Marian.
- Historical Fiction — The story is set in medieval England and includes references to real historical figures and events.
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