Traditional Nursery Songs of England, With Pictures by Eminent Modern Artists

This volume gathers a century‑old repertoire of English nursery rhymes, each drawn from the well‑trodden collections of Ritson and his successors. Edited after ten years of careful research, the book pairs the verses with fresh, full‑color illustrations contributed by some of the era’s most celebrated modern painters. The result is a charming bridge between oral tradition and visual art that invites parents, teachers, and grandparents to share the songs with the next generation.

Within its pages you’ll find lively ditties about pigs, cows, and mischievous children, as well as soothing lullabies that have soothed generations of sleepy heads. Each rhyme is presented in clear, sing‑along phrasing, making it easy to follow along whether you’re reading aloud or listening to an audio rendition. The accompanying artwork, though created for young eyes, offers enough richness to delight art‑enthusiasts, turning a simple bedtime routine into a mini‑gallery experience.