Chenodia : Or, the Classical Mother Goose
Bigelow, Jacob, 1786-1879
Chenodia : Or, the Classical Mother Goose - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2009-05-10
Produced by Louise Hope, David Edwards and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive) Produced by Louise Hope, David Edwards and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
"Chenodia" by Jacob Bigelow is a playful collection of children's verses written in the late 19th century. This work is a unique interpretation of the classic "Mother Goose" rhymes, blending classic and modern styles of poetry. The book likely serves to entertain and educate young readers with its whimsical adaptations of nursery rhymes using both English and classical languages. In "Chenodia," Bigelow presents a series of lighthearted poems that echo the spirit of traditional nursery rhymes. The verses include familiar characters and narratives, such as King Arthur making pudding, Little Bo Peep losing her sheep, and the tale of Jack and Jill. Each poem is accompanied by a classical paraphrase in Latin or Greek, reflecting Bigelow's scholarly background and offering a playful commentary on the original themes. This blend of classic literature and nursery rhymes engages young readers while introducing them to the charm of classical languages. Overall, the book serves as both a delightful read for children and a subtle nod to the richness of literary heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
19008049
Nursery rhymes
PR
Chenodia : Or, the Classical Mother Goose - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2009-05-10
Produced by Louise Hope, David Edwards and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive) Produced by Louise Hope, David Edwards and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
"Chenodia" by Jacob Bigelow is a playful collection of children's verses written in the late 19th century. This work is a unique interpretation of the classic "Mother Goose" rhymes, blending classic and modern styles of poetry. The book likely serves to entertain and educate young readers with its whimsical adaptations of nursery rhymes using both English and classical languages. In "Chenodia," Bigelow presents a series of lighthearted poems that echo the spirit of traditional nursery rhymes. The verses include familiar characters and narratives, such as King Arthur making pudding, Little Bo Peep losing her sheep, and the tale of Jack and Jill. Each poem is accompanied by a classical paraphrase in Latin or Greek, reflecting Bigelow's scholarly background and offering a playful commentary on the original themes. This blend of classic literature and nursery rhymes engages young readers while introducing them to the charm of classical languages. Overall, the book serves as both a delightful read for children and a subtle nod to the richness of literary heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
19008049
Nursery rhymes
PR