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King's Row follows Parris Mitchell, a sensitive young protagonist growing up in the fictional town of Kings Row, inspired by author Henry Bellamann's hometown of Fulton, Missouri. The story delves into small-town life from the 1890s to the early 20th century, revealing shocking elements like the sadistic Dr. Gordon's unnecessary amputation of Drake McHugh's legs, incest, homosexuality, racism, mental illness, and prejudice. Through lush pastoral descriptions, it explores human psyche, identity, sexuality, and the inescapable pull of one's roots amid tragedy and redemption.

Howard Pyle's 'The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood' is a novel that compiles traditional Robin Hood ballads into a cohesive narrative. Published in 1883, it portrays Robin Hood as a heroic outlaw who steals from the rich to give to the poor, influencing later adaptations of the legend. The story follows Robin's adventures, his recruitment of Merry Men, and his conflicts with the Sheriff of Nottingham.