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100 1 _aEbbutt, M. I.
_q(Maud Isabel),
_d1867-1934
245 1 0 _aHero-Myths & Legends of the British Race
246 1 _aHero-Myths and Legends of the British Race
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-05-17
505 0 _aBeowulf -- The dream of Maxem Wledig -- The story of Constantine and Elene -- The compassion of Constantine -- Havelock the Dane -- Howard the Halt -- Roland, the hero of early France -- The Countess Cathleen -- Cuchulain, the champion of Ireland -- The tale of Gamelyn -- William of Cloudeslee -- Black Colin of Loch Awe -- The marriage of Sir Gawayne -- King Horn -- Robin Hood -- Hereward the Wake.
508 _aProduced by Ted Garvin, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race" by M. I. Ebbutt is a collection of retold ancient tales written in the early 20th century. The book explores legendary figures and myths significant to the British cultural heritage, aiming to present them in a way that resonates with modern readers while remaining true to medieval perspectives of heroism. The work delves into the ideals of bravery, loyalty, and valor reflected in these tales, featuring familiar characters such as Beowulf, Robin Hood, and others from British folklore. The opening of the text provides an insightful preface where Ebbutt discusses the motivation behind retelling these ancient stories for a contemporary audience. He reflects on how perceptions of heroism evolve over time and emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural contexts in which these heroes were celebrated. Ebbutt notes the diversity of mythical figures, tracing the connections between their attributes and the societal values of their respective eras. The content sets the stage for the legendary narratives to follow, highlighting how these stories encapsulate rich histories and ideals, inviting readers to engage with the heroic archetypes that have shaped British identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHeroes
653 _aRomances, English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25502
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