Games, Rhymes, and Wordplay of London Children

“Nigel Kelsey’s Games, Rhymes, and Wordplay of London Children is a hefty … handy, treasure … . Kelsey was meticulous in his aims and scholarship. … The result of their work is impressive. It is a comprehensive compilation of London childlore, including selective references to numerous publications, as well as a discography. It is a scholarly treasure of a book, which deserves a place on the English childlore shelf … .” (Jean Pitre Soileau, Journal of Folklore Research, February 25, 2022)

“Games, Rhymes and Wordplay of London Children is an extensive collection of approximately 2,000 games, songs, rhymes, and wordplay. … He supported his documentation of games, rhymes, and songs with a clear description of his methodology, making this a particularly valuable resource for those working in the field of research into children’s cultures and education.” (Athena Lill, Folk Music Journal, 2021)