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From Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race by M. I. Ebbutt

This reader is taken from Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, a collection compiled by M. I. Ebbutt and first published in the early twentieth century. The story of Roland's last stand at Roncesvalles comes from the medieval French epic The Song of Roland, one of the oldest and greatest tales of knightly courage and loyalty. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story is worth a child's time because it shows the high cost of pride, the power of loyalty, and the tragedy that comes when anger and revenge cloud a man's honour.

Band

Green · Independent readers, earlyTypical starting range: ages 9–11

Length

long · about 893 words in 6 sections · 3 pictures

Source

Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, M. I. Ebbutt

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (10 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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