RHYME AND REASON
Why was a baby in a treetop? Who was Georgie Porgie, the little boy blue, Mary Mary? Little Jack Horner's family continued to enjoy the plum property he took from those intended for Henry VIII, until the 20th century. The 20 rhymes in this book show how parliament and king battled over taxation, the authority of kings, religion. Humpty played a part in the English Civil War.
Gain an understanding of history from medieval times through to the 1700s through these rhymes and their stories. Understand how a nursery rhyme we recite today started life as a political comment and was passed down through the years until now we have forgotten the politics. Parents, grandparents, and teachers will find the origin of these rhymes fascinating.
“A rollicking ride through english history, using political and newsworthy events of the day expressed in rhyme, which was the means of distributing news from village to village in the time before literacy and newsprint were in vogue! With the added benefit of having reasons behind the rhymes explained, give it to your daughters, give it to your sons for a fun way to introduce and learn history.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Susan Ackroyd is a retired educator turned lawyer who has spent her life working in various fields, including adult migrant education and vocational training. She has recently published a book titled "Rhyme and Reason," which explores English history through nursery rhymes, revealing their political satire and historical origins dating back to the 13th century. Susan's diverse career experiences and passion for storytelling shine through in her writing, making "Rhyme and Reason" a fascinating read for those interested in history and folklore.
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