London street games by Norman Douglas
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"London Street Games" by Norman Douglas is a catalog of children's games popular in early 20th-century London. The text serves as a nostalgic exploration of the various street games that children played, detailing both ball and non-ball games as well as the social dynamics tied to them. It reflects a time when traditional play was an essential part of growing up, encouraging inventiveness and community involvement among children. At the start of
this work, the narrator introduces a lively examination of children's activities in the streets of London, detailing how they create games with whatever they have available. Various games are described, including those played with balls, tops, and caps, showcasing a rich variety of play and interaction with the urban environment. As the narrator explains each game's rules and nuances, it becomes apparent that play is integral to the children's lives, serving as both entertainment and socialization in their communities. The opening highlights the simplicity and inventiveness of childhood games, emphasizing a carefree spirit that contrasts with contemporary life's structure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Douglas, Norman, 1868-1952 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | a17000244 |
| Title | London street games |
| Original Publication | London: The St. Catherine Press, 1916. |
| Credits | Carla Foust, Gísli Valgeirsson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Games -- England -- London |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74350 |
| Release Date | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 317 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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