By Howard Pyle From The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood (1883)
In this spirited chapter from Howard Pyle's classic Robin Hood cycle, we follow the plight of Richard of the Lea, a nobleman crushed beneath the weight of impossible debts and the ruthless demands of the powerful Abbot of St. Mary's. With his lands, his honor, and even his family's future hanging in the balance, Richard turns to the one place where justice still has a fighting chance—the greenwood.
There he finds Robin Hood and his band of outlaws, whose generosity and sense of fairness stand in stark contrast to the greed of the wealthy and the powerful. What follows is a tale of loyalty, courage, and cleverness, as Robin and his men devise a bold plan to help Richard reclaim his freedom and confront those who would see him ruined.
Pyle blends humor, tension, and high adventure in a story that captures the heart of the Robin Hood legend: the triumph of compassion over cruelty, and the belief that even the poorest man deserves a champion.
A classic example of Robin Hood's code of honor and generosity
A tale where wit and courage outmatch wealth and corruption
Strong themes of loyalty, justice, and the value of true friendship
One of the most memorable "aid to the oppressed" episodes in Pyle's Robin Hood canon
This episode of 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales brings Howard Pyle's timeless adventure to life with its full measure of warmth, humor, and medieval color. Listeners will enjoy a story that showcases Robin Hood at his best—bold, compassionate, and always ready to stand against injustice.
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