The Counting-Out Rhymes Of Children - Henry Carrington Bolton - Bog

The Counting-Out Rhymes Of Children: Their Antiquity, Origin And Wide Distribution by Henry Carrington Bolton is a comprehensive study of the history, evolution, and cultural significance of counting-out rhymes. The book explores the origins of these rhymes, tracing their roots back to ancient times and examining their use in various cultures around the world. Bolton provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic and cultural aspects of counting-out rhymes, including their use in games, rituals, and other social contexts. The book also includes a collection of over 1,000 counting-out rhymes from around the world, along with notes on their variations and translations. This fascinating and informative work is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of childhood, folklore, or language.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1888 Edition.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.