The Counting-Out Rhymes Of Children: Their Antiquity, Origin And Wide Distribution (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162981796)

""The Counting-Out Rhymes of Children: Their Antiquity, Origin and Wide Distribution"" by Henry Carrington Bolton is a comprehensive study of the various counting-out rhymes that have been used by children for generations. The book explores the history and origins of these rhymes, tracing their roots back to ancient times and examining how they have evolved over the years. Bolton also delves into the cultural significance of these rhymes, exploring how they reflect the values and beliefs of the societies in which they originated. He looks at the different variations of counting-out rhymes that exist around the world, highlighting the similarities and differences between them. Through his research, Bolton provides a fascinating insight into the world of childhood play and the role that these rhymes have played in shaping it. He also examines the impact that technology and modernization have had on the use of counting-out rhymes, and considers the future of these rhymes in a rapidly changing world. Overall, ""The Counting-Out Rhymes of Children"" is an engaging and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of childhood play, folklore, and cultural anthropology.A Study in Folk-Lore.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry Carrington Bolton
ISBN-10: 1162981792
ISBN-13: 9781162981796
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 140
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d