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192. Robin Hood artwork
The Rest Is HistoryJun 6, 2022
192. Robin Hood
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“Leslie Coote, who's written this fantastic book came out a couple of years ago, suggests that the obvious moment is in the reign of Edward the first.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Robin Hood and outlaws
For: Readers interested in medieval literature and folklore
Key quote: “Leslie Coote describes her in these popular tales as being tough, legalistic, sly, loud, practical, realistic, even apparently amoral and vengeful at times.”
The host mentions Leslie Coote's book to explore the origins of the Robin Hood legend and its connections to broader European traditions of outlaw heroes. Coote's thesis suggests that Robin Hood's character may be rooted in a metaphorical relationship with the Virgin Mary, challenging conventional interpretations of the outlaw figure.