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History Behind the Headlines: political memoirs, fuel and access to nature

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Robin Hood and the Energy Evolution

This chapter explores the historical context of hunting rights and the figure of Robin Hood as a symbol of resistance against social inequities in the Middle Ages. It also examines the transition from traditional fuel sources to coal during the Industrial Revolution, highlighting its impact on Britain's historical energy landscape and contemporary global dynamics.

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