The Hidden History of Nursery Rhymes

Danielle Handley


Region:
Anywhere
Notice Period:
Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
Type:
Professional - willing to speak to any group
Fee:
Paid: £100 plus travel
Category:
History
Updated:
18th February 2022

Which historical figures and events are memorialised in our favourite nursery rhymes, and what can we learn about the past from studying them?

Who was “the grand old duke of York”? Which Mary was “quite contrary” and why was she growing silver bells? How did Lucy Locket manage to loose her pocket?

This talk explores the hidden history concealed in nursery rhymes, and reveals what we can learn about the past by studying them.

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About Danielle Handley

Looking for an experienced and engaging speaker for your conference, event or workshop? You've come to the right place.

Hi! I'm Danielle, and I am a Public Historian.

Whether you are looking for a formal or informal talk, to an audience of academics, professionals, hobbyists or the casually interested, I would be delighted to share my knowledge and expertise with you.

​I have had the privilege to give talks and tours for The National Trust, Group for Education in Museums (GEM) and Historic Royal Palaces. I LOVE the past. Discovering it, reading about it, understanding it, but most of all I love to share it with others.

This passion has fuelled me to achieve a First Class BA with Honours in History, and a Distinction level Masters in Public History, both from Royal Holloway, University of London. During that time, I developed a speciality in history education, with particular focuses on the links between the heritage industry, historians and schools, and working to improve the way women and other marginalised histories are included in the curriculum.

To find out more about me, please go to: www.daniellehandley.com


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