Ring-A-Ring O' Roses & A Ding, Dong Bell

by Alan Marks

For centuries, nursery rhymes have been children's first experience of literature. They convey the vibrancy of the English language, teach by example the power of words, show how meter and rhythm mingle with sense and amplify meaning, and best of all delight young children with their sheer fun and memorable nonsense. Alan Marks has put together a rich sampling of these classic rhymes--all thoughtfully selected, cleverly grouped, and splendidly illustrated. This handsome volume, with its fresh view of familiar rhymes, attests to the enduring appeal of Mother Goose.

96 pages, Paperback

First published August 20, 1991

About the author

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Alan Marks is a British illustrator and children's book author. Born in London in 1957, he was educated at the Medway College of Art and Design and at the Bath Academy of Art. He taught for a brief time at the Bath Academy and at Southampton Art College, before launching a career in magazine and book illustration. He has illustrated books for many children's authors, including Joan Aiken, Kevin Crossley-Holland and Jane Goodall.

Reviews

[Marilyn]

Great Mother Goose rhymes!

[Ruby]

Gorgeous watercolours. All the best nursery rhymes. What else could a gal ask for ?