Tweedledum and Tweedledee
Agreed to have a battle;
For Tweedledum said Tweedledee
Had spoiled his nice new rattle.
Just then flew down a monstrous crow,
As black as a tar-barrel;
Which frightened both the heroes so,
They quite forgot their quarrel.
Tweedledum and Tweedledee (Nursery Rhyme)
Summary
This nursery rhyme features two characters, Tweedledum and Tweedledee, who plan to engage in a battle over a disagreement about a spoiled rattle. However, their quarrel is interrupted when a large, intimidating crow swoops down, frightening both of them so much that they immediately forget their conflict. The rhyme humorously illustrates how fleeting and insignificant arguments can be, especially when faced with a greater or unexpected threat. It conveys a lesson about the trivial nature of some disagreements and the potential for external events to swiftly resolve conflicts. The imagery of the crow adds a touch of unexpected drama and comedy, teaching that sometimes what seems important can be quickly overshadowed by bigger concerns.Read Online
