Chenodia Or, the Classical Mother Goose

"Chenodia" by Jacob Bigelow is a cheerful take on classic "Mother Goose" rhymes which was written in the late 19th century. This imaginative work puts a fun twist on well-known nursery rhymes by mixing classic with modern verses. The collection probably aims to entertain and teach young people through its imaginative versions of nursery rhymes in both English and ancient languages. In "Chenodia", Bigelow offers a series of funny poems that capture the spirit of regular nursery stories. The stories include familiar characters and plots, such as King Arthur making pudding, Little Bo Peep losing her sheep, and the story of Jack and Jill. Each poem has a classical version in Latin or Greek, showing off Bigelow's knowledge and adding a funny take on the original ideas. This combination of classic stories and nursery rhymes keeps young readers interested while also showing them the appeal of ancient languages. Essentially, the book is a fun read for kids.