Behind The Rhymes

Author : Albert Jack
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2008-08-28
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780141909301

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Pop Goes the Weasel by Albert Jack Pdf

Mr Jack has been nimble and he’s been quick, searching through the history of nursery rhymes and he’s found out all kind of plum tales, just like little Jack Horner. He's unearthed the answers to some very curious questions... Who were Mary Quite Contrary and Georgie Porgie? How could Hey Diddle Diddle offer an essential astronomy lesson? And if Ring a Ring a Roses isn’t about catching the plague, then, what is it really about? The ingenious book delves into the hidden meanings of the nursery rhymes and songs we all know so well and discovers all kinds of strange tales ranging from Viking raids to firewalking and from political rebellion to slaves being smuggled to freedom. Children have always played at being grown up and all kinds of episodes in our history are still being re-enacted today in a series of dark games (Oranges and Lemons traces a condemned man’s journey across London to his execution, Goosie Gander is about dragging a hidden Catholic priest to prison) And there are many many more... Full of vivid illustrations and with each verse reproduced, here are a multitude of surprising stories you won’t be able to resist passing on to everyone you know. Your childhood songs and rhymes will never sound the same again.

Author : Chris Roberts
Publisher : Gotham
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1592401309

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Heavy Words Lightly Thrown by Chris Roberts Pdf

A history of the origins and meanings of nursery rhymes reveals the popular sport behind "Jack Be Nimble" and Humpty Dumpty's identity as a cannon mounted on the walls of a Colchester church.

Author : Linda Kathryn Alchin
Publisher : Linda Alchin
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9780956748621

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The Secret History of Nursery Rhymes by Linda Kathryn Alchin Pdf

Many nursery rhymes are believed to be associated with actual events in history, and include references to murder, torture, betrayal, greed, and to tyrants and royalty. The words were remembered but their secret histories were forgotten. Political satire was cleverly disguised in the wording of some, seemingly innocent, nursery rhymes. Although some of the most popular Nursery Rhymes are rooted in English history they are told to children throughout the English-speaking world. Old English Nursery Rhymes were taken to America with the settlers from England. They were then spread across Commonwealth countries including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Author : Colin Moore
Publisher : Author House
Page : 101 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-20
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781467890304

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Modern Nursery Rhymes by Colin Moore Pdf

Modern Nursery Rhymes For Grown Ups Who is "The Song and Dance Man"? Why were Dick and Knave fighting? Who was the "Black Haired Boy living in a bubble"? Can you solve the mystery of Sammy Strongarm- the man who doesn't talk? A book of 56 modern day rhymes and puzzles - how many can you solve? Who is this? Little Miss Farmer Built up her armour And up on the screen She was everyone's dream And it seemed that no one could harm her All rhymes are from 1960 to the present day-give or take a few years! All the clues are there in each rhyme, see if you can not only work out the meaning behind the rhymes but also the references within them. Visual clues for some of the rhymes are included in the book but in random places. More hints and help can be found at www.modernnurseryrhymes.com You can contact the author with your solutions or comments on [email protected] Solution entry form can be found at www.modernnurseryrhymes.com Best solutions will win a deluxe cream tea with the author (c) 2012 Colin Moore Thought provoking and ingenious Colin's Mum Dylan Thomas must be turning in his grave Poetry Monthly Why isn't there a rhyme about me? Graham Norton So this is why there's been no DIY done over the last 2 years Colin's Wife You can contact the author with your solutions or comments on [email protected] Best solutions will win a deluxe cream tea with the author (c) 2012 Colin Moore Thought provoking and ingenious Colin's Mum Dylan Thomas must be turning in his grave Poetry Monthly Why isn't there a rhyme about me? Graham Norton So this is why there's been no DIY done over the last 2 years! Colin's Wife

Author : Prasanna Kumar Das
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-11
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781639046461

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Beyond Rhymes by Prasanna Kumar Das Pdf

“Thoughts, Insights into Life, Experiences of Humane surrounding; all rolled into poetry that magnifies the profundity of Visualisation” – Tarun Kanti Mohanty. Prasanna Das’s poetry is a symphonic compilation of love, life, death... the human condition written from depths of heart in perfect English, it deserves to be bound as a future classic. His depth of feeling and humanity come at a time of great need for healing for all the people – Judy B. Gardiner. “The oft-repeated question in me has accompanied me very closely all along my life till date in the movement between the heart and mind. Yes, I salute those who carry the poetic urges so intensely and remain rhymed. Yet, I urge them to experience otherwise.” Author.

Author : Chris Roberts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2006-05
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : PSU:000060543691

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Heavy Words Lightly Thrown by Chris Roberts Pdf

Revealing the seamy and quirky stories behind favorite nursery rhymes, London librarian Roberts traces the origins of the subtle phrases and antiquated references, unearthing religious hatred, political subversion, and sexual innuendo.

Author : Mem Fox
Publisher : Beach Lane Books
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-02-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781534453524

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Bonnie & Ben Rhyme Again by Mem Fox Pdf

Come along as a pair of rhyme-loving siblings take a walk and are inspired to recite their favorite nursery rhymes to the world around them in this sweet and funny read-aloud. Bonnie and Ben are two rambunctious siblings who love to rhyme. One day, on a walk with their friend Skinny Doug, they recite beloved nursery rhymes for each new thing they encounter. When they reach a hill, they recite “Jack and Jill.” When they see a sheep, they recount the story of “Little Bo Peep.” The nursery rhyme characters join them on their lively walk until, with a last “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” the pair arrive home and snuggle into bed.

Author : Adam Bradley
Publisher : Civitas Books
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-27
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780465094417

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Book of Rhymes by Adam Bradley Pdf

If asked to list the greatest innovators of modern American poetry, few of us would think to include Jay-Z or Eminem in their number. And yet hip hop is the source of some of the most exciting developments in verse today. The media uproar in response to its controversial lyrical content has obscured hip hop's revolution of poetic craft and experience: Only in rap music can the beat of a song render poetic meter audible, allowing an MC's wordplay to move a club-full of eager listeners.Examining rap history's most memorable lyricists and their inimitable techniques, literary scholar Adam Bradley argues that we must understand rap as poetry or miss the vanguard of poetry today. Book of Rhymes explores America's least understood poets, unpacking their surprisingly complex craft, and according rap poetry the respect it deserves.

Author : Michael Rosen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1993-02-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0451174615

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Rude Rhymes by Michael Rosen Pdf

Author : Debi Gliori
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2001-03-12
Category : Children's poetry
ISBN : 0789466783

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The Dorling Kindersley Book of Nursery Rhymes by Debi Gliori Pdf

A illustrated collection of popular nursery rhymes with background information.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Childs Play International Limited
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0859538885

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Ten Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed by Anonim Pdf

An illustrated classic featuring die-cut pages.

Author : Kady MacDonald Denton
Publisher : Kingfisher
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0753474905

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A Child's Treasury of Nursery Rhymes by Kady MacDonald Denton Pdf

This delightfully illustrated contains more than seventy-five of the best-loved rhymes and songs of childhood, from soothing lullabies to schoolyard chants. Popular classics such as "Pat a Cake," "Humpty Dumpty," and "Jack and Jill" are joined by lesser-known rhymes and ditties from many different cultures. Kady MacDonald Denton's illustrations add liveliness and humor. Together, parents and children will enjoy sharing A Child's Treasury of Nursery Rhymes.75 songs are available to download.

Author : Michael Rosen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2023-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1529504309

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Honey for You, Honey for Me: A First Book of Nursery Rhymes by Michael Rosen Pdf

Author : Dale McMillan
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781543449334

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Young John Holtz by Dale McMillan Pdf

John Holtz was one of those uk-oh babies born to midforties parents. His mother considered an abortion, but his sister Nancy, a devout Catholic, nixed that. Nancy encouraged her parent to engage an au pair from Germany when John was four years old. That turned out to be a godsend. John graduated from high school at age twelve and prepared to enter college. Assisting his sister in working on a PhD from Harvard, their lives entwine with a Smoky Mountain family in North Carolina while doing research there. Johns brilliant mind causes him to be arrested at ten years old; he becomes a sawmill owner at twelve and almost loses his life when his adult actions help break up a drug ring. John Holtz never had the luxury of being a child.

Author : Robert Bergeron
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018-08-03
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781927914892

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Poetry, Poverty And Peace Rhymes by Robert Bergeron Pdf

This book of poetry is about life, simple rhymes and emotions. It`s also about the pains I have or feel for others it's about rhymes that try to have power in themselves. Words might be simple but the pain inside one's mind and heart can be more complicated than the poems itself. Hiding the truth in plain sight through poems and rhymes, These poems were to help practice my singing voice and to write songs