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Feb 2020
46m 8s

Robin Hood and Guy of Gisborne

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Perhaps the story that exemplifies Robin Hood’s character more than any other was Robin Hood and Guy of Gisborne. It’s possibly the oldest Robin Hood ballad, dating back to before the 15th Century. And it begins with the titular hero awakening from a dark and troubling dream... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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