Download or read book Heavy Words Lightly Thrown written by Chris Roberts and published by Gotham. This book was released on 2006 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revealing the seamy and quirky stories behind favorite nursery rhymes, London librarian Roberts traces the origins of the subtle phrases and antiquated references, unearthing religious hatred, political subversion, and sexual innuendo.