She is 'a legend in her own time'. = She is 'a living legend'. [=she has become a legend while still living]
I don't believe the 'legends' I've heard about this forest.
The gravestone bears the 'legend' “Rest in Peace.”
(..) and retaken Riverrun. How do you know that? Ramsay received a raven before I escaped Winterfell. That's good. The Blackfish is a legend. His support would mean a great deal. Stark, Tully, a few more houses, almost starts to look like a winning side. I've sworn to protect you, my lady. (..)2016 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Door Season: 6 Episode 5