- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins Canada / General; Reprint edition (July 1 1994)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0380709961
- ISBN-13: 978-0380709960
- Product Dimensions: 17.3 x 10.4 x 3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 204 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #801,539 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From Publishers Weekly
Sherwood Forest no longer rings with the daring exploits of Edward "Robin Hood" Denby; now middle-aged, Robin lives contentedly with his beloved Marian and their two children. He's even become friends with the Sheriff of Nottingham, who has married his cousin. In this sequel to Sherwood , Robin gets into trouble again when he argues in court against a plan to convert part of Sherwood into a royal hunting preserve for William I, who rules England from Normandy. Banished for his insolence, Robin becomes a body servant to the king and his second son, the brave, licentious Rossel. He changes the course of English history by convincing William to alter the line of succession, a development that Godwin's spellbinding storytelling makes totally believable. Not just a first-rate adventure, this is also a fascinating account of everyday life in the 11th century, whose customs, beliefs, superstitions and fears are vividly evoked. Witchcraft, intrigue and betrayal lead to a shocking denouement. Deft characterizations, superb battle scenes and more than a little wit make this a worthy addition to Robin Hood lore.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From Library Journal
Eight years after his pardon from the king for his deeds in Sherwood Forest, Edward Denby--otherwise known as Robin Hood--once again finds himself on the wrong side of the law as his conscience drives him to oppose royal tyranny. Godwin relocates his hero to an earlier age, during the reign of William the Conqueror, but the heart of the legend remains unsullied. The author of Beloved Exile ( LJ 4/15/84) once again proves that he is adept at re-creating enduring legends in this stand-alone sequel to Sherwood ( LJ 7/91). Most libraries will want this title.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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4.7 out of 5 stars (3 customer reviews)
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For everyone who likes good historical fiction, Oct 22 2000
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Robin and the King (Paperback)
In his duology, consisting of 'Sherwood' and 'Robin and the King', Parke Godwin gives us a whole new Robin Hood. A man who, in this second book, initiates the charter which would result in Magna Carta some 150 years later. Unlike other Robin Hood novels, these are set in the period just after William the Conqueror's invasion of England. This Edward of Denby, nicknamed Robin Hood, could very well have been the predecessor of the other(s?) by this (nick)name. Self-proclaimed "conscience" to William the Conqueror, Robin finds himself banned to Normandy and fighting in the war between William and his opponent, the French king. A good, solid historical novel. Fascinating and true to life. Looking for fantasy? Look elsewhere. Looking for good historical fiction? This is it! Not just for Robin Hood fans.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book, Feb 6 2010
By Elaine Phillips - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Robin and the King: A Novel (Hardcover)
This was a Christmas gift for my husband who is a true Robin Hood fan. He loves the book......
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
a great sequel, Jan 14 2001
By lannam - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Robin and the King (Paperback)
Robin and the King tells of life after Sherwood. It's great. Taking place during the early days of Normans, Robin is a political prisoner assigned to Prince William, or Rossel as he is called throughout the book. Robin helps win the war, but life doesn't go the way he would want. A Great Read.
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