Historical Sketch Of Robin Hood And Captain Kidd (1853)

A Historical Sketch Of Robin Hood And Captain Kidd is a book written by William W. Campbell in 1853. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the lives and legends of two of the most famous outlaws in history - Robin Hood and Captain Kidd. The author delves into the historical context of both figures, exploring the social and political factors that contributed to their rise to fame. The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the rest of the narrative. The author then goes on to provide a detailed account of Robin Hood's life, including his early years, his exploits as an outlaw, and his eventual death. He also examines the various ballads and stories that have been written about Robin Hood over the centuries, and discusses how these tales have evolved over time. The second half of the book focuses on Captain Kidd, a notorious pirate who sailed the seas in the late 17th century. The author provides a detailed account of Kidd's life, including his early years as a sailor, his rise to piracy, and his eventual capture and execution. He also explores the various myths and legends that have sprung up around Kidd over the years, including stories of buried treasure and secret maps. Throughout the book, the author provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval England and the Golden Age of Piracy. He explores the social and economic factors that led to the rise of these two iconic figures, and provides a nuanced analysis of their place in history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of outlaws, pirates, and the legends that surround them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.