The Traditional Games of England, Scotland and Ireland: with Tunes, Singing- Rhymes and Methods of Playing ...
The Traditional Games of England, Scotland and Ireland: with Tunes, Singing- Rhymes and Methods of Playing ...
A classic and comprehensive study, this is the 1964 complete and unabridged Dover republication of Alice Bertha Gomme's monumental two-volume work, 'The Traditional Games of England, Scotland and Ireland'. Originally published in the 1890s, Gomme's work remains an invaluable resource for understanding the history and cultural significance of children's games. This edition presents a meticulous collection of over 800 traditional games, complete with their tunes, singing-rhymes, and detailed methods of playing. It offers deep insights into social history, folklore, and the ethnographic study of play. Condition: This paperback copy is in good condition. The binding is sound, and the pages are generally clean, showing expected wear for a book of its age and format, including some shelf wear to covers and edges. An essential reference for folklorists, educators, historians, and anyone interested in the rich traditions of play in the British Isles.
- Author: Gomme, Alice Bertha
- Publisher: Dover Publications
- Year: 1964
- Binding: Paperback
- Condition: Good