The Real Mother Goose

The collection gathers beloved nursery verses from centuries past, ranging from playful counting rhymes to gentle lullabies. Readers will hear familiar lines like “Baa, Baa, Black Sheep” and “Humpty Dumpty” alongside lesser‑known gems such as “The Crooked Sixpence” and “The Little Moppet.” The verses are organized alphabetically by their opening lines, making it easy to wander from one rhyme to the next. All are accompanied by Blanche Fisher Wright’s delicate, early‑20th‑century illustrations that add colour and charm.

Listening to this anthology feels like stepping into a timeless playground where animals talk, children tumble over hill‑tops, and everyday objects come alive with rhyme. The gentle cadence of the poems is perfect for bedtime, classroom story time, or a short cultural dip. Whether you grew up reciting these lines or are discovering them for the first time, the collection offers a warm, nostalgic journey through the heart of English folklore.