The Nursery Rhymes of England by J. O. Halliwell-Phillipps and William Bell Scott
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"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 This anthology gathers various traditional rhymes, many of which have historical references and cultural significance, reflecting the rich nursery literature of England.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.)
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard), 1820-1889 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Scott, William Bell, 1811-1890 |
| LoC No. | 20007893 |
| Title | The Nursery Rhymes of England |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Nursery rhymes, English |
| Subject | Oral tradition -- England |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32415 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32415-9 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2274 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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