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LoC No.: 20007893

Title: The Nursery Rhymes of England

Note: Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Edwards, Lesley Halamek and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Nursery Rhymes of England" by J. O. Halliwell-Phillipps and William Bell Scott is a collection of nursery rhymes and children's verses, published in the late 19th century. This anthology gathers various traditional rhymes, many of which have historical references and cultural significance, reflecting the rich nursery literature of England. It aims to preserve and celebrate these beloved pieces of childhood lore that have been passed down through generations. At the start of the work, the preface emphasizes the enduring appeal of nursery rhymes despite the modern focus on serious education. Halliwell-Phillipps discusses how the whimsical nature of these rhymes captures the imagination of children and highlights their importance in early childhood experiences. He introduces the collection as a treasury of poetic traditions, with examples including historical figures like King Cole and Robin Hood, suggesting that these rhymes are not just simple songs, but carry deeper meanings and narratives that resonate with youthful minds. Ultimately, the opening sets the stage for a delightful exploration of familiar and enchanting verses that weave together childhood dreams and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Compiler: Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard), 1820-1889

Illustrator: Scott, William Bell, 1811-1890

EBook No.: 32415

Published: May 18, 2010

Downloads: 1466

Language: English

Subject: Nursery rhymes, English

Subject: Oral tradition -- England

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 20007893

Title: The Nursery Rhymes of England

Note: Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Edwards, Lesley Halamek and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Nursery Rhymes of England" by J. O. Halliwell-Phillipps and William Bell Scott is a collection of nursery rhymes and children's verses, published in the late 19th century. This anthology gathers various traditional rhymes, many of which have historical references and cultural significance, reflecting the rich nursery literature of England. It aims to preserve and celebrate these beloved pieces of childhood lore that have been passed down through generations. At the start of the work, the preface emphasizes the enduring appeal of nursery rhymes despite the modern focus on serious education. Halliwell-Phillipps discusses how the whimsical nature of these rhymes captures the imagination of children and highlights their importance in early childhood experiences. He introduces the collection as a treasury of poetic traditions, with examples including historical figures like King Cole and Robin Hood, suggesting that these rhymes are not just simple songs, but carry deeper meanings and narratives that resonate with youthful minds. Ultimately, the opening sets the stage for a delightful exploration of familiar and enchanting verses that weave together childhood dreams and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Compiler: Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard), 1820-1889

Illustrator: Scott, William Bell, 1811-1890

EBook No.: 32415

Published: May 18, 2010

Downloads: 1466

Language: English

Subject: Nursery rhymes, English

Subject: Oral tradition -- England

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.