The singing game / Iona and Peter Opie
1988, 1st paperback copy. Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dust-dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #391719
ISBN: 0192840193
Physical description; 521 pp.: illustrations, music ; 24 cm. Contents; The singing game -- Chains and captives -- Match-making -- Mating -- Wedding rings -- Cushion dances -- Longways for as many as will -- The downfall of the ring -- Witch dances -- Dramas -- Contests -- Mimicry -- Bachelor games -- Calls of friendship -- Up against the wall -- Static circles -- Eccentric circles -- Buffoonery -- Impersonations and dance routines -- Clapping. Subjects; Singing games Great Britain. Children's Games. Songs British Isles.
Price: €10.95