Mother Goose for Grown Folks by A. D. T. Whitney

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Author Whitney, A. D. T. (Adeline Dutton Train), 1824-1906
Illustrator Hoppin, Augustus, 1828-1896
Title Mother Goose for Grown Folks
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Mother Goose for Grown Folks" by A. D. T. Whitney is a collection of poetic interpretations of traditional nursery rhymes, written in the late 19th century. This work revisits and reimagines these beloved childhood verses, infusing them with deeper reflections and morals tailored for an adult audience. The collection invites readers to explore themes of wisdom, folly, and the complexities of life through the lens of familiar characters and whimsical scenarios. At the start of the book, the introduction establishes the concept of Mother Goose as a wisdom figure, synthesizing various literary references to elaborate on her role in imparting lessons through simple, nursery language. The early verses set the tone, blending humor and satire while delving into profound truths hidden in childhood rhymes. Through playful yet thought-provoking retellings, such as the tales of Little Boy Blue and Humpty Dumpty, the opening portion establishes a framework for exploring adulthood’s challenges using the insights gleaned from childhood wisdom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Nursery rhymes -- Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 45301
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 4, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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