M knew straight away where it came from as he has read and been read loads of books. Apparently this is 'the walrus and the carpenter' by Lewis Carroll, I sought it out and was further amazed by the tale, it's wondrouous.
Whilst reading it, I couldn't help but wish to hear Mr Nick Cave put it to music....
I weep for you," the Walrus said:
"I deeply sympathize."
With sobs and tears he sorted out
Those of the largest size,
Holding his pocket-handkerchief
Before his streaming eyes.
"I deeply sympathize."
With sobs and tears he sorted out
Those of the largest size,
Holding his pocket-handkerchief
Before his streaming eyes.