As you know, I try to match this column to the monthly themes in Celtic Guide. But, given the nature of The Archivist’s Corner, wherein I search through antique and forgotten books, journals, poetry, etc., to bring you forgotten treasures from the past, I felt stumped as to what I could find for this month’s theme of “Mysteries.” Well, I was searching on the internet and I came across a book of riddles which seemed to match the theme, but it didn’t appear “Celtic” at all, so I almost dismissed it. But, then I happened to see the dedication on the title page which reads:
Compiled for the Use of
The Great and the Little
GOOD BOYS and GIRLS
In England, Scotland, and Ireland.
The Great and the Little
GOOD BOYS and GIRLS
In England, Scotland, and Ireland.
Well, there you have it. This book is for all you good little boys and girls with Celtic heritage. These riddles come from a book called “Food for the Mind: Or a New Riddle-Book,” published in 1778. It is credited to having been written by John-the-Giant-Killer, Esq. How fun! Pictures are provided in the book to help you solve the mysteries within these riddles. Quiz your friends and family and see who can guess these!
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