Acting
Barrie Dobson
Born — Died
1931-11-03 — 2013-03-29
Place of birth
Stockton-on-Tees, England, UK
Known for
Acting
Credits
2 titles
Richard Barrie Dobson was an English historian who was a leading authority on the legend of Robin Hood as well as a scholar of ecclesiastical and Jewish history. He served as Professor of Medieval History at the University of Cambridge from 1988 to 1999.
Known for
6.0A real-life or fictitious hero, Robin Hood is first and foremost a cultural reference. Everyone can identify with this character’s values and commitment, and it has been so for some 800 years. A review of this legendary figure’s impact.
Robin Hood: The First Celebrity Outlaw
2017
NRWho was the real Robin Hood? This age-old question and many more are answered in this exciting documentary. Come and explore the true story behind the beloved myth of Robin Hood the outlawed hero who famously stole from the rich and gave to the poor. In it you will track down the legend of the myth, its origins, and its many interpretations over the years; take a trip back to medieval times and visit the real Robin Hood country; and examine the far-reaching influences the Robin Hood legend has had throughout popular culture. With a myth so famously enduring and intriguing as its subject, this documentary will prove to be both satisfying and fascinating for anyone interested in Robin Hood.
Robin Hood: The First Outlaw Hero
2004
