
A APPLE PIE
KATE GREENAWAY
A APPLE PIE
KATE GREENAWAY
The work opens with a bright, hand‑drawn illustration of a steaming apple pie, inviting listeners into a simple yet timeless rhyme. Each line assigns a playful verb to a letter of the alphabet, from “B bit it” to “J jumped for it,” creating a charming alphabet adventure that celebrates the pleasures of sharing a fresh slice. The verses are rooted in an old folk rhyme dating back to the 17th century, offering a gentle glimpse of how language and food have been paired in children’s verse for generations.
In audio form, the rhythmic cadence of the alphabetic stanzas unfolds like a sing‑song stroll through a kitchen, making the words easy to follow and delightfully memorable. Listeners will hear the quiet humor of letters competing for the pie, while the soft, nostalgic tone evokes the feeling of turning pages in a well‑worn picture book. It’s an ideal short listen for anyone who enjoys whimsical poetry and a taste of literary history.
Language
en
Duration
~19 minutes (19K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-05-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1846–1901
Best known for her gentle pictures of children in old-fashioned dress, this beloved Victorian illustrator helped shape the look of classic children's books. Her delicate watercolors and verses made works like Under the Window famous on both sides of the Atlantic.
View all books
by Kate Greenaway

by Kate Greenaway

by Kate Greenaway

by Herodotus

by Maria Edgeworth

by Ernest Thompson Seton

by James Otis

by John Bennett