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Characters in Children's Literature

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Featuring essays that explain the function and significance of more than 1000 characters from approximately 225 books of 150 writers of children's literature in a variety of genres, this book is organized alphabetically by author. The author's works are chronologically arranged and the title heading offers the full title, genre and date of publication. The essay on each work begins with a detailed plot synopsis followed by descriptions of characters and analysis of how they illustrate the author's central themes. Major characters are elucidated in more depth. A list of critical essays and articles for further reading conclude each author entry.

Pages: 529

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Gale Cengage

Release: August 01, 1997

ISBN: 0787604003

ISBN 13: 9780787604004

Characters in Children's Literature

5/5 ( ratings)

Featuring essays that explain the function and significance of more than 1000 characters from approximately 225 books of 150 writers of children's literature in a variety of genres, this book is organized alphabetically by author. The author's works are chronologically arranged and the title heading offers the full title, genre and date of publication. The essay on each work begins with a detailed plot synopsis followed by descriptions of characters and analysis of how they illustrate the author's central themes. Major characters are elucidated in more depth. A list of critical essays and articles for further reading conclude each author entry.

Pages: 529

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Gale Cengage

Release: August 01, 1997

ISBN: 0787604003

ISBN 13: 9780787604004

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