 First edition | |
| Author | Geoffrey Trease |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's novel, historical novel |
| Publisher | Martin Lawrence |
Publication date | 1934 |
| Publication place | United Kingdom |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
| Pages | 152 |
| OCLC | 6171653 |
Bows Against the Barons is a 1934 children's novel by the British author Geoffrey Trease, based on the legend of Robin Hood. It tells the story of an adolescent boy who joins an outlaw band and takes part in a great rebellion against the feudal elite. Trease's first novel, Bows Against the Barons marks the start of his prolific career as a historical novelist. It is notable for reinterpreting the Robin Hood legend and revitalizing the conventions of children's historical fiction in 20th-century Britain.