92 pages 3 hours read

Howard Pyle

The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1883

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Reviews & Readership

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The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle is celebrated for its engaging storytelling and enchanting illustrations, capturing the adventurous spirit of folklore. Some readers find the archaic language challenging, but many appreciate its charm and historical authenticity. The episodic structure may feel disjointed, but overall, it remains a beloved classic.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood?

A reader who enjoys adventurous tales, medieval settings, and timeless heroes would find joy in The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle. Fans of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes for its cleverness and King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table for its chivalric exploits will relish Pyle's classic narrative.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Children's Literature
Historical Fiction
Topics
Poverty
Social Justice
Class
Period
Medieval Literature / Middle Ages
Renaissance
Themes
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Relationships: Friendship
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil