Books by Lucy Rollin

From earliest childhood the nursery rhyme, one of the most captivating genres in our popular culture, has transmitted powerful messages to the child who hears it. This fascinating examination of the pervasive influence of nursery rhymes reveals patterns of psychological and cultural meaning in a broad range of rhymes, grouping them according to basic subject matter.

An overview of aspects of American teen life from 1900 to 1999. Decade by decade, it describes the patterns that have affected their home, work, and school lives, patterns of dating and sex, use of slang, trends in alcohol and drug use, and teen tastes in books, movies and fashions.