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Title: The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes
Note: Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes" by Walter Jerrold and illustrated by Charles Robinson is a collection of traditional nursery rhymes likely compiled in the late 19th century. This anthology aims to preserve and share the timeless verses that have been cherished by children and parents alike across generations, featuring well-loved gems such as "Jack and Jill" and "Humpty Dumpty." The selection evokes playful themes, whimsical characters, and a nostalgic charm that resonates with readers of all ages. The opening of the book features an introduction by the editor that outlines the historical significance of nursery rhymes, noting their evolution from oral tradition to print. It highlights the first known collection published in the 18th century and addresses the simplicity that makes these verses beloved among children. Following the introduction, the pages are filled with numerous rhymes, beginning with snippets like "Curly Locks" and "The Queen of Hearts," which set a joyous tone for the reader. The variety in the rhymes showcases playful storytelling, wordplay, and light-hearted morals, inviting young readers to explore the enchanting world of rhythm and rhyme. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Jerrold, Walter, 1865-1929
Illustrator: Robinson, Charles, 1870-1937
EBook No.: 38562
Published: Jan 13, 2012
Downloads: 716
Language: English
Subject: Children's poetry
Subject: Nursery rhymes
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes
Note: Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Edwards, Matthew Wheaton and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes" by Walter Jerrold and illustrated by Charles Robinson is a collection of traditional nursery rhymes likely compiled in the late 19th century. This anthology aims to preserve and share the timeless verses that have been cherished by children and parents alike across generations, featuring well-loved gems such as "Jack and Jill" and "Humpty Dumpty." The selection evokes playful themes, whimsical characters, and a nostalgic charm that resonates with readers of all ages. The opening of the book features an introduction by the editor that outlines the historical significance of nursery rhymes, noting their evolution from oral tradition to print. It highlights the first known collection published in the 18th century and addresses the simplicity that makes these verses beloved among children. Following the introduction, the pages are filled with numerous rhymes, beginning with snippets like "Curly Locks" and "The Queen of Hearts," which set a joyous tone for the reader. The variety in the rhymes showcases playful storytelling, wordplay, and light-hearted morals, inviting young readers to explore the enchanting world of rhythm and rhyme. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Jerrold, Walter, 1865-1929
Illustrator: Robinson, Charles, 1870-1937
EBook No.: 38562
Published: Jan 13, 2012
Downloads: 716
Language: English
Subject: Children's poetry
Subject: Nursery rhymes
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.