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  • Published: 15 February 2014
  • ISBN: 9781849419451
  • Imprint: Red Fox Classics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 128
  • RRP: $22.99

Nursery Rhymes of London Town




A classic, witty collection of London poems from one of the UK's most notable and well-loved children's authors, Eleanor Farjeon

Little boy, little boy, what is the matter?
Madam, the sea has been turned into batter!

Eleanor Farjeon’s delightful London nursery rhymes are known and loved all over the world, and told with characteristic humour and playfulness. Reimagine London with these charming and timeless rhymes for all ages.

A charming, surprisingly funny collection that will be loved by adults and children alike.

  • Published: 15 February 2014
  • ISBN: 9781849419451
  • Imprint: Red Fox Classics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 128
  • RRP: $22.99

About the author

Eleanor Farjeon

Eleanor Farjeon (1881-1965) was a British author of children's stories and plays, poetry, biography, history and satire. She lived much of her life among the literary and theatrical circles of London, and her friends included D. H. Lawrence, Walter de la Mare and Robert Frost. She won many literary awards, and the prestigious Eleanor Farjeon Award for children's literature is presented annually in her memory by the Children's Book Circle.

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