Robin Hood

Written by Howard Pyle

Narrated by Randal Schaffer

“In Merry England in the time of old, when good King Henry the Second ruled the land, there lived within the green glades of Sherwood Forest, near Nottingham Town, a famous outlaw whose name was Robin Hood.”

Robin Hood is one of the most well-known stories about a well-meaning outlaw. Robin Hood is an outlaw who robs from the rich to feed the poor. He sets about on adventures through the country to recruit people to assist in his robberies, to cause mischief to the royalty who seeks to have him captures, and to give money and resources to the poor and needy in society.

Howard Pyle’s novel was created by taking old legends and stories of adventurous and good-hearted bandits and turning them into a cohesive story. Robin Hood is a beloved classic, and remains a charming and fascinating work of adventure literature.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Spotify Audiobooks
• Release date: Apr 6, 2021
• ISBN: 9781094244198

Howard Pyle

Howard Pyle (1853-1911) was an American author and illustrator known for his classic stories and stunning visuals. In 1883, he produced a groundbreaking novel based on English folklore called The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood. The majority of Howard’s work caters to younger audiences, often focusing on medieval heroes and villains. Some of his most notable titles include Otto of the Silver Hand, and The Story of King Arthur and His Knights.