| Editor |
Bennett, Charles H. (Charles Henry), 1829-1867 |
| Title |
Old nurse's book of rhymes, jingles and ditties
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Griffith and Farran, 1858.
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| Note |
Illustrated by the editor.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Old Nurse's Book of Rhymes, Jingles and Ditties" by Charles H. Bennett is a charming collection of nursery rhymes and children's jingles, likely penned during the mid-19th century. This book serves as a delightful repository of classic children's verses, rich with simplicity and whimsical storytelling, intended to entertain and educate young audiences. The content of the book captures a wide variety of nursery rhymes, each accompanied by charming illustrations. With well-known favorites like "Humpty Dumpty," "Little Bo-Peep," and "Jack and Jill," the verses explore themes of adventure, humor, and everyday life through playful language and engaging rhythms. The playful narratives often involve animals and characters in amusing situations, creating a joyful atmosphere perfect for reading aloud to children. Bennett’s work not only preserves the traditional nursery rhymes but also enchants with its lively illustrations that enhance the reading experience, making it a delightful addition to any child's library. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's poetry
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| Subject |
Nursery rhymes
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| Subject |
Picture books for children
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70424 |
| Release Date |
Mar 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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