One of the most enduring legends in all literature is that of Robin Hood and his Merry Men. Since the twelfth century, the mysterious outlaw has occupied a prominent position in the minds of all Englishmen. But was there actually a Robin Hood? Was he a real person or a compilation of other English outlaws whose exploits grew as his story passed from century to century? A major feature of the legends has Robin robbing from the rich and giving to the...