
A charismatic outlaw roams the ancient forests of England, turning the legend of Robin Hood into a vivid, ear‑to‑ear adventure. With a merry band of companions—brave archers, witty rogues, and the steadfast Marian—he challenges the oppressive rule of the Sheriff and the tyrannical lord who seek to crush the peasantry. Their daring escapades are woven from old ballads and folklore, bringing the spirit of medieval rebellion to life with humor, daring tricks, and a touch of the supernatural.
The story opens by painting the mythic origins of the hero, tracing his rise from a wandering wanderer to the beloved leader of Sherwood’s “happy friends.” It captures the clash of social classes in a time of turmoil, where the noble‑born and the common folk collide in a struggle for justice. Listeners will be drawn into the lively camaraderie, the clever plots against the Sheriff’s men, and the timeless appeal of a champion who steals from the rich to aid the poor.
Language
fi
Duration
~7 hours (412K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Finland: WSOY, 1926,reprint 1961.
Credits
Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2022-01-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1863–1915
Best known for lively school stories and adventure tales for young readers, this British teacher-turned-writer also produced history and geography books that helped bring far-off places to life. His fiction often centers on gamesmanship, friendship, and the rhythms of schoolboy life.
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