Discussion Post: Readings In Folklore & Culture
Nursery Rhyme Rhetoric
A long time ago, in more repressed times, people were not always allowed to openly criticize their governments. Doing so could bring them grave harm. As a means of communicating amongst each other, clever rhymes were created and passed around as a way to parody certain public figures or events.
For this discussion you will choose four nursery rhymes to investigate and study. For each nursery rhyme you will need to do the following:
o Provide the text of the nursery rhyme.
o Identify where it originated from and the time period.
o Discuss the historical context(s) or meaning behind each one (there may be more than one).
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.