Toad Of Toad Hall
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
TOAD OF TOAD HALL (R8x32) 3C (4C set) Tom Winter Dunsmuir Dances1- 8 1s set and dance down below 3s, cast up round 3s and turn RH to give LH to 1st corner
9-16 1s Balance-in-Line and turn corners LH to give RH to 2nd corners and partner LH, 1s Balance-in-Line and turn corners RH and end in 2nd place opposite sides
17-24 2s+1s+3s dance reels of 3 on sides giving LSh to 1st corners and cross RH to 2nd place own sides
25-32 2s+1s+3s circle 6H round and back
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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Mr. Toad, of Toad Hall, is one of the main characters in the novel "The Wind In The Willows" by Kenneth Grahame and also the title character of the A. A. Milne play Toad of Toad Hall based on the book."The Wind in the Willows" book, first published in 1908, is a collection of stories that revolve around the adventures of anthropomorphic animals living in the English countryside. Mr. Toad is one of the central characters in the novel.
Mr. Toad is a wealthy and eccentric character who is the owner of Toad Hall. He is portrayed as impulsive, extravagant, and somewhat reckless. One of his notable characteristics is his penchant for fads and obsessions. In the story, Mr. Toad becomes infatuated with various pursuits, including boating, horse-drawn caravans, and, most famously, motorcars. His obsession with motorcars leads him into trouble, as he becomes involved in a series of escapades, including stealing a car and engaging in reckless driving.
Despite his flaws, Mr. Toad is depicted with a certain charm, and his friends - Rat, Mole, and Badger - often find themselves trying to rescue him from the consequences of his impulsive behavior. The character of Mr. Toad is known for his exuberance, his catchy catchphrase "Poop-poop!" (referring to the sound of a car horn), and his ability to bounce back from adversity.
"The Wind in the Willows" has been adapted into various films, stage plays, and other media over the years, and Mr. Toad remains one of the most memorable characters from the book. The story, with its themes of friendship, adventure, and the English countryside, continues to be a beloved classic in children's literature.
Toad Of Toad Hall
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