The plot involves a clueless individual who gets into troublesome circumstances due to his lack of knowledge, but fortunately, he manages to escape death by sheer luck. The protagonist, named Jonathan Rugg, is a remarkable character who possesses qualities like loyalty and reliability. Despite being caught in an unforeseen escapade, he displays...More
Howard Pyle (March 5, 1853 – November 9, 1911) was an American illustrator and author, primarily of books for young people. Pyle synthesized many traditional Robin Hood legends and ballads in this work, while toning them down to make them suitable for children.
In 1894, he began teaching illustration at the Drexel Institute of Art, Science, and Industry (now Drexel University). After 1900, he founded his own school of art and illustration named the Howard Pyle School of Illustration Art.
His 1883 classic publication The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood remains in print, and his other books frequently have medieval European settings, including a four-volume set on King Arthur. He is also well known for his illustrations of pirates, and...More
Howard Pyle (March 5, 1853 – November 9, 1911) was an American illustrator and author, primarily of books for young people. Pyle synthesized many traditional Robin Hood legends and ballads in this work, while toning them down to make them suitable for children.
In 1894, he began teaching illustration at the Drexel Institute of Art, Science, and Industry (now Drexel University). After 1900, he founded his own school of art and illustration named the Howard Pyle School of Illustration Art.
His 1883 classic publication The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood remains in print, and his other books frequently have medieval European settings, including a four-volume set on King Arthur. He is also well known for his illustrations of pirates, and is credited with creating what has become the modern stereotype of pirate dress.
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The plot involves a clueless individual who gets into troublesome circumstances due to his lack of knowledge, but fortunately, he manages to escape death by sheer luck. The protagonist, named Jonathan Rugg, is a remarkable character who possesses qualities like loyalty and reliability. Despite being caught in an unforeseen escapade, he displays immense bravery and fortitude by standing up against malevolent forces, even though he was aware of his potential to become one of them.
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