Pied Piper Of Hamelin Collection

Rats made nests inside mens Sunday hats
VIntage Illustration of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Split open kegs of salted sprats, Made nests inside mens Sunday hats.. Kate Greenaway, 1888

The Pied Piper of Hamelin To Town Hall came flocking
VIntage engraing of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. At last the people in a body To the Town Hall came flocking. Kate Greenaway, 1888

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Children and the rats
VIntage engraing of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Children afraid of the rats. Kate Greenaway, 1888

The Pied Piper of Hamelin
VIntage engraing of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. and even spoiled the women's chats, by drowning their speaking with shrieking and squeaking. Kate Greenaway, 1888

Illustration for Robert Brownings Pied Piper of Hamelin (colour litho)
5998188 Illustration for Robert Brownings Pied Piper of Hamelin (colour litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Robert Brownings Pied Piper of Hamelin (colour litho)
5998201 Illustration for Robert Brownings Pied Piper of Hamelin (colour litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pied Piper of Hamelin
LAL453711 Pied Piper of Hamelin by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pied Piper of Hamelin); © Look and Learn

Guisborough, Belmont School Xmas concert. 1972

Women and children afraid of the rats
VIntage Illustration of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Women and children afraid of the rats. Kate Greenaway, 1888

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Children and the rats
VIntage engraing of a scene from the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Children afraid of the rats. Kate Greenaway, 1888

Pied Piper Carreras Cigarette Card. ca. 1929, Pied Piper Carreras Cigarette Card

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"The Pied Piper of Hamelin: A Tale of Rats, Children, and a Magical Flute" In the bustling town of Hamelin, chaos ensued as the infamous Pied Piper arrived. To Town Hall came flocking curious onlookers, eager to witness this mysterious figure who had captivated their attention. Little did they know that his arrival would forever change their lives. The children of Hamelin were plagued by an infestation of rats that terrorized the streets. Fear gripped the hearts of women and children alike as these rodents scurried through every nook and cranny. The townsfolk sought solace in their homes but found no respite from these unwelcome guests. Desperate for a solution, the people turned to the enigmatic Pied Piper. With his magical flute in hand, he promised deliverance from this vermin nightmare. As he played a haunting melody, something miraculous occurred - rats began to follow him obediently out of town. Illustrations vividly depict this extraordinary scene where men's Sunday hats became unexpected nests for these furry creatures seeking refuge within them. It was a sight both comical and surreal; yet it underscored the severity of their predicament. But alas. Once rid of one problem, another emerged when greed consumed those who had hired him. They refused to pay what was promised for his services rendered - an act that would prove disastrous for all involved. In revenge and despair at being deceived, the Pied Piper returned with vengeance in his heart. This time not only did he lure away every last rat but also took with him all the innocent children who had been spared from harm's way during his first visit. Guisborough's Belmont School Xmas concert in 1972 brought this timeless tale back to life as young performers reenacted its gripping narrative on stage. Through song and dance, they reminded us once again about loss, redemption, and consequences faced by those who break their word.