Nottingham and Sherwood Forest are famous throughout the world as the place of Robin Hood's daring exploits.
The origins of his legend owe more to folklore and literature than historical record, and other northern forests also lay claim to be his home. Versions of the Robin Hood story are found in collections of traditional ballad literature, in popular chap books and in stories for children.
This exhibition was created in August 2008, and features examples from the tales of Robin Hood in the collections held by Manuscripts and Special Collections at the University of Nottingham. It also highlights resources for the study of the historical Sherwood Forest and its laws.
Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest exhibition
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