"The Milkmaid" by Randolph Caldecott is a late 1800s picture book that uses lighthearted illustration and playful rhymes to examine courtship and societal norms. The story follows the witty conversation between a milkmaid and a squire, where he tries to woo her by joining her on her walk and asking about her wealth. With a humorous finality, the milkmaid proudly states that her beauty is her fortune, but the squire's interest fades when he realizes she lacks material possessions, showing the innocent and amusing dance of young love.
The Milkmaid R. Caldecott's Picture Books
By Randolph Caldecott
A charming milkmaid's beauty becomes both her pride and the unexpected end to a squire's pursuit in this tale of courtship.
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2006-11-19
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About the AuthorRandolph Caldecott was a British artist and illustrator, born in Chester. The Caldecott Medal was named in his honour. He exercised his art chiefly in book illustrations. His abilities as an artist were promptly and generously recognised by the Royal Academy. Caldecott greatly influenced illustration of children's books during the nineteenth century. Two books illustrated by him, priced at a shilling each, were published every Christmas for eight years.
Randolph Caldecott was a British artist and illustrator, born in Chester. The Caldecott Medal was named in his honour. He exercised his art chiefly in book illustrations. His abilities as an artist were promptly and generously recognised by the Royal Academy. Caldecott greatly influenced illustration of children's books during the nineteenth century. Two books illustrated by him, priced at a shilling each, were published every Christmas for eight years.
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