Roger Lancelyn Green Collection by Roger Lancelyn Green 6 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table
The Tale of Troy
Myths of the Norsemen
Tales of Ancient Egypt
The Adventures of Robin Hood
Tales of the Greek Heroes

Format: Paperback

Overview:
Roger Lancelyn Green's six-book collection brings enduring myths and legends into one accessible Paperback set. From Arthur's Camelot to Troy's siege, Norse sagas, Egypt's gods, Robin Hood, and Greek heroes, the tales unfold with warmth and clarity. Each story preserves drama and moral questions that invite discussion, making ancient myth approachable for younger readers while offering depth for curious minds. The Puffin Classics presentation helps readers move smoothly from one world to the next, maintaining a consistent reading experience across titles. Perfect for family reading nights, classroom study, or independent exploration, this set is ideal for ages 9 and up and for anyone who loves epic adventures told with care.

What This Collection Covers:
Across these six titles, readers journey through legendary landscapes—Camelot, Troy, the Norse realm, ancient Egypt, Robin Hood's England, and Greece's heroic cycles. The collection threads common themes: courageous acts, strategic thinking, loyalty, and the tension between power and responsibility. Green's approachable retellings invite inquiry, empathy, and discussion, whether read aloud at home or studied in class. The books are designed for middle-grade readers, with accessible language that preserves dramatic stakes and moral questions. Together, they offer a comprehensive gateway to world myth and folklore, encouraging comparisons across cultures while building confidence in independent reading. The set’s breadth makes it a durable resource for both individual discovery and shared conversation about myth, history, and human values.

Book-by-Book Guide:
King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table
King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table invites readers into a legend where courage and loyalty shape a bustling Camelot. Green retells the rise of Arthur, the fellowship of the knights, and quests that test honor. From the sword in the stone to the pursuit of the Holy Grail, the tale unfolds with clarity and warmth, perfect for younger listeners. The narrative pace supports engagement and conversation about leadership, friendship, and sacrifice within a timeless fantasy framework.

The Tale of Troy
In The Tale of Troy, Green renders the epic with accessible detail and dramatic clarity. Readers meet Helen, Paris, Achilles, and Odysseus as a compact, engaging cast, exploring pride, resilience, and cunning. The siege of Troy is presented with vivid scenes and concise explanations, offering a gateway to one of ancient myth's most enduring adventures. The retelling maintains the epic scope while keeping language approachable for middle-grade readers, making it ideal for discussion about fate, strategy, and human choices in warfare and peace.

Myths of the Norsemen
Myths of the Norsemen brings Odin, Thor, and their companions into a brisk, adventurous sweep. Green ties epic sagas into a continuous journey, where heroism meets fate and flaws. The hammer, the frost, and the long journeys of travelers become touchpoints for courage and friendship, while the storytelling pace remains inviting for middle-grade readers. The collection’s Norse tales offer both excitement and opportunities to explore beliefs about bravery, fate, and community within mythic cycles.

Tales of Ancient Egypt
Tales of Ancient Egypt introduces Amen-Ra, Isis, Osiris, and the Bennu Bird in vibrant, approachable form. Green blends myth and history with accessible explanations of gods, rituals, and the afterlife, inviting readers to explore creation, loss, and renewal. The tone balances reverence with adventure, making these myths captivating for classroom discussions or cozy bedtime explorations. Readers gain a deeper sense of ancient symbolism and the ways stories reflect enduring questions about life, death, and memory.

The Adventures of Robin Hood
The Adventures of Robin Hood follows the famed outlaw as he outwits Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham. Robin's clever schemes, his band of Merry Men, and the heart of Sherwood Forest deliver action, wit, and a subtle message about justice and generosity. Green's brisk narration keeps younger readers engaged while offering meaningful choices to discuss. The tale blends humor with social conscience, making it a welcoming entry point to English folklore and the enduring idea of standing up for others.

Tales of the Greek Heroes
Tales of the Greek Heroes gathers Perseus, Heracles, Jason, and Odysseus in a lively sequence of episodes. Green keeps the tales readable and cohesive, highlighting bravery, cleverness, and the consequences of hubris. Readers meet gods and mortals on equal terms, discovering timeless themes that make Greek myth feel immediate and thrilling. The collection’s final chapters invite reflection on ambition, resilience, and the human side of legendary feats, offering a satisfying conclude to six rich mythic journeys.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for families, teachers, and individual readers aged 9 and up who enjoy legends, adventures, and timeless questions. This six-title collection is a thoughtful gift for curious minds and a reliable classroom resource for introducing world myth and folklore. It suits guided reading, book clubs, and bedtime storytelling alike, helping readers build familiarity with classic myths while encouraging independent discovery and cross-cultural curiosity.

Key Benefits:

• Accessible retellings of six timeless myths and legends
• Consistent Puffin Classics paperback editions for easy reading
• Great for family reading nights and classroom use
• Supports vocabulary growth and discussion through rich storytelling
• A cohesive gateway to world myth and folklore in one set

About the Author:
Roger Lancelyn Green (1918–1987) was a renowned British storyteller whose myth retellings captivated generations of young readers. His Puffin Classics adaptations—Arthur, Robin Hood, Norse, Greek, Egyptian, and Trojan tales—are celebrated for clear narrative flow, lively pace, and faithful engagement with mythic material. Green's background in education and literature shaped a way of presenting legends that invites curiosity without sacrificing substance. These works remain widely used in schools and homes as accessible introductions to ancient myth, encouraging readers to imagine, question, and explore culture through story.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the complete six-title collection is an invitation to explore multiple civilizations in one affordable package. The consistent, accessible narration helps readers build confidence as they move from Camelot to Troy, the Norse world, Egypt, Robin Hood, and Greek epics. It’s ideal for binge-reading, guided classroom discussions, or cozy family nights, and makes a memorable gift for budding mythologists. With six interconnected journeys, the value extends beyond a single story, encouraging ongoing curiosity about culture, history, and the power of myth to explain the human experience.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.