Most Popular Books by Walter Jerrold

Book Size: 8 1/2" x 11." About 400 illustrations by Charles Robinson, many full-page illustrations. * * * * * The "Big Book of Nursery Rhymes" (edited by Walter Jerrold, illustrated by Charles Robinson) contains familiar rhymes in a beautiful setting It is indeed a big book, handsome inside and out. The rhymes are the same as we heard in the nursery, the story of Simple Simon, the adventures however, that few of the Writers and illustrators of so-called children''s books are able to produce the real genuine article -a book which is suited to children, appreciated by children, and written or drawn for children. Too many of the present-day books for a child, though clever and attractive in themselves, are either far above the heads of the readers to whom they are supposed to appeal, or else, what is much worse, obviously "written down" to the child''s level. The average youthful reader detects this at once and very justly resents it. The illustrator has drawn the pictures with rare humor and charm. There are all sorts of verses, game rhymes, historical pieces, folk-lore, counting-out rhymes, in fact, every sort of fragment that we call a nursery rhyme. Some of the longer rhymes have been considerably cut, as for instance in the case of "Jack Horner," of which only one verse is now generally used. The recipient of such a gift as "The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes" is a person to be congratulated. It is a book that will never grow stale or dull with age, and is sure still to be a favorite when more exciting books of adventure begin to pall. The editor and illustrator alike are entitled to hearty praise for this admirable gift book. --The Academy and Literature, Volume 65

A magnificent treasury of popular fables, this rare compilation offers a bounty of delightful images by artist and engraver Charles Robinson, a premier Golden Age illustrator. Black-and-white line art appears on nearly every page of this hardcover volume, in addition to 28 plates of full- and two-color images. Decorative initials and borders, hand lettering, silhouettes, and other ornaments embellish renderings of more than 140 fables, some expressed in simple, direct language and others rendered in charming verse. Includes such familiar tales as "The Fox and the Grapes," "A City Mouse and a Country Mouse," and "The Dog in a Manger," as well as lesser-known stories.

Includes 8 illustrations. Field Marshal Horatio Kitchener, 1st Earl of Khartoum still stands as one of the great generals produced by Britain. His career was marked by great deeds, and great controversies. The son of a military family, he trained at the Royal Military Academy in Woolwich before his first trip to the Middle East surveying in Palestine in 1874. He joined the newly formed Egyptian Army in 1883, which was in reality controlled by the British, and embarked on campaign in Sudan. He was part of the failed Gordon relief expedition in 1884, and learned a great deal of the area, its people and the military problems of fighting in the arid desert. By 1892 he was Sirdar, head of the Egyptian army, he was given command of the expedition to crush the self-appointed Mahdi who had taken control of large parts of Sudan. It was during this campaign that he gained public and Royal attention after the victories of Atbara and Omdurman that crushed the revolt of the Mahdi. He served as Lord Robert’s second in command during the Boer War and served with distinction and much success, although his institution of concentration camps caused great outrage and awful civilian distress. Perhaps his greatest services were during the First World War, as Secretary of State for War, fashioning a great civilian army to fight the militarised hordes of Germany in France and Flanders. He may have gained even greater fame, but was tragically lost at sea when the H.M.S. Hampshire was torpedoed in 1916. An excellent short biography.

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In "The Reign of King Oberon," Walter Jerrold immerses readers in a fantastical narrative that intertwines elements of fairy lore with rich, poetic prose. Jerrold''s literary style is characterized by lush descriptions and an intricate tapestry of characters that reflect the enchantment of the fairy realm, reminiscent of Shakespearean comedies and 19th-century fairy tales. Set in a dreamlike landscape, the book explores themes of power, illusion, and the delicate balance between magic and reality, inviting readers to delve into a world where sovereignty is as tenuous as a whisper of wind among the trees. Walter Jerrold, an English writer and editor with deep affiliations to the world of children''s literature, was profoundly influenced by folklore and fairy tales throughout his life. His passion for storytelling and his engagement with the oral tradition of fairy tales inspired him to craft a narrative that both entertains and provokes thought regarding the nature of leadership and authority. Jerrold''s understanding of the transformative power of story is evident in his narrative choices, creating an allegorical parallel to human experience. "The Reign of King Oberon" is not merely a fairy tale, but a compelling exploration of the intricacies of leadership and magic. Readers who seek an enchanting escape into a richly crafted world filled with moral nuance will find this book a treasure trove of imagination and insight. Jerrold''s work is ideal for those looking to ponder deeper truths masked within an engaging and delightful tale.

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "In London''s By-ways" by Walter Jerrold. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

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