Dr Sean McGlynn says the legend of the Nottingham outlaw who reportedly robbed the rich to give to the poor has Wiltshire connections.
His new book Robin Hood: A True Legend has already received international media attention.
The university lecturer and professional historian, who lives at Monkton Farleigh, said: “My book investigates real-life contenders for the original Robin Hood and the inspiration behind the legend.
“I have come up with a genuine historical figure as the most plausible candidate, completely overlooked by all previous historians.”
“He is an historically-documented archer called William of Kensham, who fits the medieval timing, context and legend perfectly, and a freedom-fighting, bow-wielding hero who led his band of archers in the forest against oppressors.
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