1850 – Robin Hood & Little John – Egan | First Edition, Famous English Folklore

Robin Hood has become one of the world’s most well-known legendary heroes from English folklore. Robin and his Merry Men were known as common thieves who sought to better the poor and take care of the sick. The name Robin Hood has become synonymous with outlaws who do not reveal their identity. Bibliographic Details Title: Robin Hood and Little John, or, The merry men of Sherwood Forest Author(s): Pierce Egan Publisher: London, George Pierce Edition: First Edition. 1850. Binding: Green cloth Format: (8vo), single volume Size:  8.25 in x 5.25 in (21 cm x 14 cm) Collation: [2], 474 pp Illustrations: Heavily illustrated throughout Contents Include: Robin Hood legends, English folklore   Condition: Very Good. Hardcover binding remains tight and secure. Corners show moderate wear. Gilt decoration and tooling remain visible on the covers. Pages show light age toning with no major losses, tears, or repairs noted.   Why Collect This? Popular Victorian retelling of Robin Hood Heavily illustrated throughout   Item Number: # 50533 Categories Literature European History Authors Pierce Egan Printing Date 19th Century Language English Binding Hardcover Book Condition Very Good Collation Complete