02429cam a22003373u 4500 28744 UtSlPG 20260610133645.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 13000309 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Sidgwick, Frank, 1879-1939 Ballads of Robin Hood and other Outlaws : Popular Ballads of the Olden Times - Fourth Series Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-05-10 Produced by Louise Hope, Paul Murray and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Ballads of Robin Hood and other Outlaws" by Frank Sidgwick is a collection of traditional English ballads likely compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology focuses on the legendary figure of Robin Hood, a heroic outlaw known for his acts of generosity towards the poor and his defiance against corrupt authority figures, particularly the Sheriff of Nottingham. The book explores the myths and stories surrounding Robin Hood and other outlaws, providing insight into their cultural significance in English folklore. The opening of the anthology sets up the framework for the ballads that will follow, emphasizing the rich history and mythos surrounding Robin Hood. The introduction highlights the legendary character as a complex symbol of the people's struggles against oppression, serving not only as a noble bandit but also as a champion of the downtrodden. Sidgwick discusses the various manifestations of Robin Hood throughout history and folklore, noting that while he may not be a historical figure, his stories have deeply embedded themselves in the cultural imagination of England. This prelude to the main ballads captures the essence of Robin Hood's popularity and the themes that will unfold in the subsequent narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ballads, English -- England -- Texts Robin Hood (Legendary character) -- Poetry Outlaws -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28744 69645 69645