Robin Hood, whether riding through the glen, robbing the rich to pay the poor or giving the Sheriff of Nottingham his come-uppance, is one of the most captivating and controversial legendary figures.
Gathers the essential myths and legends of Greek and Roman culture into an easy-to-use guide. Approximately 1,400 entries are arranged alphabetically with cross-references and a detailed bibliography.
Comprises some 900 entries pertaining to the myths and legends of the peoples who straddle the boundary between Asia and Europe--peoples whose stories intertwine East and West, and pagan beliefs and C