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In the first full-length study in English of Carlo Collodi's The
Adventures of Pinocchio, the authors show how the checkered history
of the puppet illuminates social change from the pre World War One
era to the present. The authors argue that most Americans know a
trivialized, diluted version of the tale, one such source is
Disney's perennial classic. The authors also discover that when
adults are introduced to the 'real' story, they often deem it as
unsuitable for children. Placing the puppet in a variety of
contexts, the authors chart the progression of this childhood tale
that has frequently undergone dramatic revisions to suit America's
idea of children's literature.
In the first full-length study in English of Carlo Collodi's The Adventures of Pinocchio, the authors show how the checkered history of the puppet illuminates social change from the pre World War One era to the present. The authors argue that most Americans know a trivialized, diluted version of the tale, one such source is Disney's perennial classic. The authors also discover that when adults are introduced to the 'real' story, they often deem it as unsuitable for children. Placing the puppet in a variety of contexts, the authors chart the progression of this childhood tale that has frequently undergone dramatic revisions to suit America's idea of children's literature.
Throughout the world Pinocchio is acknowledged as a rich tale about
growing up and self-discovery, an exciting adventure for young
children, and a chance to reflect, recall, and understand for
adults. In addition to providing the most complete list of English
language Pinnochio editions thus far compiled, each of the more
than 850 entries in this catalogue is fully described,
distinguishing first editions from later releases. Compiled by
means of actual copies, all citations state the source of the copy
described. Each entry consists of full bibliographic credits,
identification of the version, physical description of the volume,
occasional other notes, and then traces the edition (when a reprint
or reissue) back to its original source. A synopsis is added for
Pinocchio continuations. Entries being listed by year of release,
this carefully constructed reference is designed for ready access
by date, publisher index, name index, and synoptic table. In
addition to other information they provide, the notes on publishers
are particularly useful for interpreting printing marks,
identifying changes in cover, title page, etc., and establishing
various series dates and prices. This unique and comprehensive
catalogue examines many previously unrecorded editions and sorts
out whole assemblies of apparently similar volumes in a completely
accessible format. Limiting Disney versions to 1939-40, the
catalogue also includes plays, films, radio program, TV shows, and
other renditions. It will be an immensely useful resource for book
dealers, libraries, and collectors of children's literature.
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