Kings and Queens

by Herbert Farjeon and Eleanor Farjeon

Book Overview

First published in 1932, Herbert and Eleanor Farjeon's Kings and Queens is considered a classic of children's literature. The charming poems, each one dedicated to a different King or Queen, tell the story of the forty-one English monarchs since William I in a humorous manner that has delighted generations of children. This beautiful facsimile edition features wonderful illustrations by the artist Rosalind Thornycroft and presents the book...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0712358501
• ISBN13: 9780712358507
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: British Library
• Length: 85 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.3" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 8 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 3 and higher

Customer Reviews

Great fun and educational.

What a great little book. It was a childhood favorite of mine and my sister. The poems are fun and very memorable. I can remember all of Henry the VIII's wives thanks to this little jewel.

History can be fun

This book contains a catchy, rhyming poem and colorful full-page illustration for each of the English monarchs. Like the best children's literature, it is as much fun for the adult to read as for the child to hear. And not just for children--I found its jingles helpful in cramming for college English history exams!Last night on Jeopardy!, someone flubbed a question re the Stuart dynasty. If they had only been exposed to this book, they would have remembered instantly: "James and Charles, Charles and James. They all looked well in picture frames." Another contestant did not know Cromwell's title. Farjeon fans would have recalled: "Lord protect us from Protectors." A unique, valuable, and fun book.

Good for all ages

My first introduction to this wonderful book with a poem for each of England's monarchs was as a child in the early 50s. I loved it then (George was the king), and learned all the poems by heart. My children found it just as pleasing, and by the time these American youngsters were six they too could recite a poem for all the English kings and queens. As young adults, they are now arguing who will get to KEEP this much-read and much-loved book. How I wish I could find another copy!

A Fun Way To Remember the English Royalty!

I loved each poem. It has made it easier to remember who did what and remember the order of the English Monarchs. I think every American child should get the opportunity to learn these enchanting poems. As an adult, I enjoy the black and white characature each poem represents. This book is a must for any home that loves England, history and literature.