In this collection, we meet King Arthur and his court, gods and heroes from various traditions: Adam and Odysseus, Dickens and Shakespeare, Mer-people and fairies, Bottom and Boudicca. This is a collection of poems which looks again at such varied stories from a different viewpoints, often that of the characters themselves, in a variety of verse forms, and with tones ranging from the sad to the joyous, and including the humorous.

‘We are enchanted by the range and styles of poetry through which they are presented. Legends and Literature belongs on every bookshelf.’
(Alison Chisholm, poet)
 
‘Elizabeth Horrocks brings wit, scholarship and wonderful fun to the myths and legends she weaves into poetry.’
(Mary Lister, poet)
 
‘Her rich collection is a wonderful assortment of varied jewels – a sparkling and delightful book.’
(Sue Clarke, poetry judge NAWG)
 
‘She has a strong ear for the delicately nuanced rhythm of poetry.’
(Joy Winkler, poet and author)