Ye butcher, ye baker, ye candlestick-maker : $b Being sundry amusing and instructive verses for both old and young, adorned with numerous woodcuts

"Ye butcher, ye baker, ye candlestick-maker: Being sundry amusing and instructive verses for both old and young" by Robert Seaver is a delightful compilation of cheerful poems from the early 1900s, that cleverly examines different jobs and people from long ago. Showcasing a positive feeling that works for all ages, this book transports readers to a more comical era with its accompanying woodcut illustrations. Presenting verses that depict the traits of traditional occupations like butchers, bakers, doctors, and tailors, it provides a lighthearted look at each, emphasizing their unique qualities and contrasting them with today’s versions. From hardworking housewives to cheerful brewers, along with funny pictures of pirates and jesters, Seaver’s skill in employing fun language and rhythm creates a sense of nostalgia and joy, providing delightful entertainment and a window into times gone by.