HISTORY Friar Tuck's new-telling of the classic legend begins in the year 1199. King Richard Lionheart of England has just been killed, and his brother, John, inherits the throne. The thoroughly researched political and historical environment has direct impact on events. Time is measured by the passing of seasons, highlighted by traditional and Holy feast days such as the Festival of the Trees, Epiphany and Wine Harvest. The Pilgrim pub in Nottingham existed as described, and is now known as "Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem". The author cannot confirm the ancestry of the other pubs mentioned, but they'll all serve a fine pint. The tunnels and caves under Nottingham Castle are real, and can be visited. Sherwood, at its heart, is as it ever was. Visit if you can. CHRISTIAN SPIRIT In contrast to the comfortable religious routines of his monastery, living close to nature in Sherwood Forest inspires Friar Tuck with a spirituality that touches the Divine. Tuck's teacher, the Hermit of Sherwood, shows him how to apply humour, flexibility and practicality when living by God's laws for the good of mankind. In joining Robin Hood and his merry crew, Tuck becomes an outlaw minister. The Fighting Friar's mission is to overcome the temptations to criminality and vengeance in his congregation's spirits, as they battle terrifying oppression for the good of all England. Friar Tuck explores the morality of resistance - how to withstand the attacks of oppressors, and take the fight to them, without becoming violent, ruthless and cynical. In the spirit of Robin Hood, a percentage of author profits will go to supporting forests and orphans around the world.