Crane, Walter,  1845-1915 <br/><br/>
The Song of Sixpence :  Picture Book 

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<br/><br/> Release date is 2006-05-08 
<br/><br/>Sing a song of sixpence -- Princess Belle Etoile -- An alphabet of old friends. 
<br/><br/>Produced by Eileen Gormly, Jason Isbell, Christine D. and<br/>the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at<br/>http://www.pgdp.net  Produced by Eileen Gormly, Jason Isbell, Christine D. and<br/>the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at<br/>http://www.pgdp.net 
<br/><br/> "The Song of Sixpence" by Walter Crane is a children's picture book written in the early 20th century. The book features a collection of nursery rhymes and tales, including the famous poem "Sing a Song of Sixpence," the enchanting story of "Princess Belle-Etoile," and an appealing "Alphabet of Old Friends." It is likely aimed at young readers, combining delightful illustrations with engaging stories and rhymes to captivate a child's imagination.  In "Sing a Song of Sixpence," the narrative revolves around a king, a queen, and the mystery of a pie filled with singing blackbirds, showcasing playful whimsy. The tale of "Princess Belle-Etoile" introduces readers to three princesses, their adventures, and the challenges of jealousy and loyalty among them, leading to a quest to uncover their origins. The "Alphabet of Old Friends" presents familiar nursery characters in a fun and entertaining format. Together, these stories are woven with moral lessons and vibrant imagery, making it an engaging read for young children and a delightful way to introduce them to classic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>w09000344 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Index Terms: </label>Fairy tales Nursery rhymes Picture books for children 
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>NC  PZ