The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jerrold, Walter, 1865-1929

Contributor:

Robinson, Charles, 1870-1937

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

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.)

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)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2012-01-13