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The Song of Robin Hood
Anne Malcolmson, Grace Castagnetta, and Caldecott medalist Virginia Lee Burton joined forces in 1947 to produce the definitive edition of The Song of Robin Hood. Their triumphant achievement was one of the most distinctive presentations of the legend ever published, and it received a Caldecott Honor Medal in 1948.
Through meticulous research and unfailing perseverance, Ann...more
Through meticulous research and unfailing perseverance, Ann...more
Hardcover, 128 pages
Published
August 28th 2000
by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children
(first published 1947)
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Much of each page in The Song of Robin Hoodis populated with stunning and detailed illustrations (sometimes reminiscent of Manfred Escher without the feel of an illusion, many of them very small), but that still leaves plenty of room for the many long ballads. The drawings, the use of British flora, long-unused terms, and the faithfulness to older versions of the Robin Hood myth makes this a wonderful compilation. This is a long volume with accompanying musical score; even if not sung (I didn't)...more
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from ballads of Robin Hood as early as the 13th and 14th centuries; has melody and lists stanzas.
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Hm. I can't imagine a child choosing to read this on his/her own, unless they were quite interested in Robin Hood and a rather advanced reader. But the detailed illustrations were glorious, and gave the book an illuminated manuscript feel. I must admit, I didn't read every line of text - it would have taken me hours and I wouldn't have enjoyed much of it - but I did skim the whole thing.
Mar 10, 2012
Lorna
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3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Fans of Virginia Lee Burton
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1948 Caldecott Honor
Favorite illustration: The full page illustration titled: "Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow"
Kid-appeal: Children familiar with the stories of Robin Hood might enjoy flipping through the book to look at the illustrations, but I'm guessing they won't stop to to linger long on the text. Despite being modernized from the 13th and 14th century originals, the ballads and song text are going to be over the heads of most readers (including this adult!). I was mesmerized by the details...more
Favorite illustration: The full page illustration titled: "Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow"
Kid-appeal: Children familiar with the stories of Robin Hood might enjoy flipping through the book to look at the illustrations, but I'm guessing they won't stop to to linger long on the text. Despite being modernized from the 13th and 14th century originals, the ballads and song text are going to be over the heads of most readers (including this adult!). I was mesmerized by the details...more
Read for #nerdcott. Reviewed in Caldecott Challenge Post #79: http://storytimesecrets.blogspot.com/...
The illustrations are amazing and detailed and deserve 5 stars on their own.
The text is adapted, but stays true to the feel of the original ballads. While historically very interesting, it is quite long and probably not one kids would choose to read on their own.
My Mother-in-Law playing and singing a page from the book: http://youtu.be/W-puCKh6bP4
The text is adapted, but stays true to the feel of the original ballads. While historically very interesting, it is quite long and probably not one kids would choose to read on their own.
My Mother-in-Law playing and singing a page from the book: http://youtu.be/W-puCKh6bP4
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Based solely on the illustrations, I would give it 5 starts; I was blown away by the technique and detail. But the text is, well, dense.
Spectacular black and white illustration. Virgina Lee Burton shows her true skill and vision in these beautiful images.
I just wish I could read music better. Beautiful illustrations!
Very interesting illustrations, and an entertaining book.
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