| Author |
Marzials, Ada M. |
| Title |
More Tales in the Land of Nursery Rhyme
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The North Wind doth blow -- Mary, Mary, quite contrary -- Jack and Jill -- Little Miss Muffet -- Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat -- Hey, diddle, diddle!
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"More Tales in the Land of Nursery Rhyme" by Ada M. Marzials is a collection of whimsical and enchanting stories inspired by traditional nursery rhymes, written during the early 20th century. The book coalesces classic children's verses into charming narratives, exploring themes of imagination, adventure, and morality through relatable characters and engaging plots. Each tale expands on the essence of nursery rhymes, transforming simple verses into delightful stories that captivate both children and adults alike. The collection features a range of characters, such as the clever Robin and the wise Owl in "The North Wind Doth Blow," as well as the dynamic duo Jack and Jill navigating the challenges posed by a wicked witch in their own village. It also includes the endearing Little Miss Muffet, who learns about bravery, and the proud Thomas the cat who misses an opportunity to become king. With light-hearted storytelling, Marzials' work invites readers into a fantastical world where familiar rhymes take on new life, demonstrating how courage, friendship, and cleverness can lead to happiness and fulfillment. Each story concludes with moral lessons wrapped in humor and wonder, making this collection a charming addition to children's literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Fairy tales
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| Subject |
Children's stories
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| Subject |
Nursery rhymes -- Adaptations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22184 |
| Release Date |
Jul 31, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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