Understanding Children's Literature
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Presenting a systematic introduction to the essential concepts necessary for the study of children's literature, this book guides the reader through the most relevant areas of criticism and theory, summarizing their contexts and applications. Bibliographies provide details of further information sources and a glossary explains the literary terms encountered in the book. Compiled by one of the leading editors in the field, this exhaustive work is an invaluable and user-friendly guide for readers involved in both literature and education.
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