Karen Dolby

Oranges and Lemons

Rhymes from Past Times

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Imprint: O'Mara Books

Publication date: 04/10/2012

ISBN: 9781843179757

Subject: Non-Fiction

Size: EPUB 2

Extent: 192 pages

Illustration: black and white illustrations throughout

Territorial Rights: World

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Summary:

A collection of the most well-known and best-loved nursery rhymes, along with some that may be less familiar.
Oranges and Lemons: Rhymes from Past Times plugs into the memories and knowledge of our earliest years, recalling those rhymes and stories we always seem to have known, yet struggle to remember clearly.
The book examines the history of the rhymes, how they have evolved through the centuries, and the controversies surrounding their origins. Looking at classic favourites such as 'Humpty Dumpty', 'Ring O' Roses' and 'Georgie Porgie', Oranges and Lemons will put you back in touch with a time lost in hazy nostalgia, just on the edge of memory.

Reviews:

Highly recommended to anyone with an interest in old rhymes, or really in history generally ... a beautiful book

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About the Author:

Karen Dolby

Karen Dolby is a freelance editor and writer. Among her books are Auld Lang Syne, The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II and The Wicked Wit of Princess Margaret, all published by Michael O'Mara Books. She lives and writes in Suffolk.

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