"Robin Hood and His Miserable Men and Other Topsy-Turvy Stories" by John Eastwood is a whimsical reimagining of classic tales. This collection features a humorous twist on the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, who, along with his band of rather incompetent Merry Men, navigates a world filled with absurdity and misadventures. The stories playfully subvert traditional narratives, creating a topsy-turvy landscape where expected heroics turn into laughable predicaments. Readers are treated to a delightful mix of satire and wit, making for an entertaining journey through familiar lore while adding a fresh and comical perspective on heroism and camaraderie. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Read It, Read It Yourself .
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Hachette Children's Group .
Authors featuring on this anthology include Margaret Mahy, Allan Ahlberg, Dick King-Smith, Adele Geras, Michael Rosen, Linda Allen and Vivian French
This book contains the following story:
Robin Hood
Whether or not there was ever a real Robin Hood, the stories about him have been told over and over again for centuries. How outlaws rescued him from the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, how Maid Marian joined them, how they robbed the rich to feed the poor and rescued innocent children from the gallows.