
In this delightfully mischievous collection, the timeless chatter of Mother Goose is given a grown‑up makeover. The familiar verses are re‑imagined with references to Shakespeare, Whitman and other literary giants, turning simple rhyme into clever commentary. Each piece feels like a friendly chat with a witty old storyteller who knows how to hide a pearl of wisdom inside a playful line.
The tone swings between lighthearted nonsense and sharp satire, offering moral nudges that feel more like a chuckle than a lecture. Illustrated with charming wood‑cut images, the book invites listeners to hear the old rhymes resonate anew, as they echo the follies and hopes of modern life. Whether you seek a smile, a subtle lesson, or just the pleasure of hearing a classic nursery rhyme spoken with a knowing adult twinkle, this volume delivers.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (88K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
Release date
2014-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1824–1906
A popular 19th-century American writer, she is best remembered for warm, thoughtful fiction for girls and families, including the widely read Faith Gartney’s Girlhood. Her work blended domestic realism, moral feeling, and a lively interest in everyday character.
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