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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a journey through the literary history of the rhyme "Old King Cole" to unearth the possible identity of this mysterious king. The author speculates that "King Cole" may have been a Native American chief who introduced tobacco to Sir Walter Raleigh, providing historical and cultural context for the time period. Delving into the rhyme's lyrics, the author analyzes the significance of "pipe," "glass," and "fiddlers three," offering insights into the monarch's character and lifestyle. Ultimately, despite the limited information available, the author concludes that "Old King Cole" remains an enigmatic figure, but the exploration of his legend sheds light on the evolution of folklore and the enduring power of rhyme. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.