Roger Lancelyn Green war ein britischer Schriftsteller, der für seine Kinderliteratur und Biografien bekannt ist. Als Mitglied der literarischen Gruppe der Inklings, zu der auch C.S. Lewis und J.R.R. Tolkien gehörten, beschäftigte sich Greens Werk intensiv mit Mythen, Legenden und Geschichte. Seine von seinem akademischen Hintergrund in Oxford geprägten Schriften beleben klassische Geschichten mit Wärme und einem Verständnis für junge Leser wieder. Greens Stil ist sowohl lehrreich als auch bezaubernd und erweckt die reiche Welt der Fantasie für Kinder zum Leben.
Originally written as a primer to enable commercial pilots to have a complete understanding of the subject, in order to take the UK CAA and similar mandatory exams, this edition is slightly extended to take in the requirements of pilots and other professional aviation personnel.
The classic story of social justice and outrageous cunning. Robin Hood, champion of the poor and oppressed, stands against the cruel power of Prince John and the brutal Sheriff of Nottingham. Taking refuge in the vast Sherwood Forest with his band of men, he remains determined to outwit his enemies.
A retelling of the story of the boy fated to be the "true-born King of Britain," covering his glorious reign and his tragic, yet triumphant, passing.
The narrative follows Roger L. Green's life journey from Nebraska to Africa and back, detailing his career in radio broadcasting and sales management. After retiring in 2009 to care for his wife suffering from dementia, he embarked on mission trips to Uganda, where he now supports God Cares Schools and Orphanages. The story highlights his commitment to giving back to Africa, his family life, including his four children and eight grandchildren, and his second marriage to Linda, who shares his passion for humanitarian work.
With support from the Inland Waterways Association, Friends of the River Nene and others, and drawing on his longstanding connection with the river, Roger Green has thoroughly revised and updated this popular guide.