The Routledge Companion to Children 's Literature is a vibrant
and authoritative exploration of children 's literature in all its
manifestations. It features a series of essays written by expert
contributors who provide an illuminating examination of why
children 's literature is the way it is. Topics covered
include:
- the history and development of children's literature
- various theoretical approaches used to explore the texts,
including narratological methods
- questions of gender and sexuality along with issues of race and
ethnicity
- realism and fantasy as two prevailing modes of
story-telling
- picture books, comics and graphic novels as well as young adult
fiction and the crossover novel
- media adaptations and neglected areas of children 's
literature.
The Routledge Companion to Children 's Literature contains
suggestions for further reading throughout plus a helpful timeline
and a substantial glossary of key terms and names, both established
and more cutting-edge. This is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide
to an increasingly complex and popular discipline.
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