Henry Gilbert (3 April 1868 – 8 January 1937) was an English writer of children's literature. He was best known for his book ''King Arthur's Knights: The Tales Retold for Boys and Girls'' (1911), which was noted for its accuracy of historical events. His book ''Robin Hood and the Men of the Greenwood'' (1912) was also well known. He was the paternal grandfather of
Molly Holden.
His books continue to be reprinted.
His books are noted for both their historical accuracy and their style.
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Robin Hood and the Men of the Greenwood (1912) The first significant new version on the classic
Robin Hood
Robin Hood is a legendary noble outlaw, heroic outlaw originally depicted in English folklore and subsequently featured in literature, theatre, and cinema. According to legend, he was a highly skilled archer and swordsman. In some versions o ...
theme, also republished as Robin Hood.
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King Arthur's knights: the tales retold for boys and girls (Stokes, 1911)
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The Book of Pirates (T, Y. Crowell & Co.)
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The conquerors of Mexico: Retold from Prescott's "Conquest of Mexico"
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Full text for ''The Conquerors of Peru'' George G. Harrap & Company, 1913.
1868 births
1937 deaths
English children's writers
English male writers
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