Worlds of wonder celebrating the great classics of children's literature
"A beautifully illustrated journey through the most beloved classics of children's literature, spanning more than twenty countries and one hundred and fifty years. From Little Women to Harry Potter, children's literature is a treasure trove of literary magic. Written in multiple genres and featuring...
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Princeton :
Princeton University Press,
2025.
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| Summary: | "A beautifully illustrated journey through the most beloved classics of children's literature, spanning more than twenty countries and one hundred and fifty years. From Little Women to Harry Potter, children's literature is a treasure trove of literary magic. Written in multiple genres and featuring some of literature's most memorable characters and worlds, fiction for young audiences offers narratives into which to escape even while it teaches lessons about the real world. This volume traces the history of the world's most beloved children's fiction, showcasing the vast breadth of iconic literature written for children. Spanning from the Victorian era to the present and focusing on books for readers age five through young adult, Worlds of Wonder will take you on an enthralling nostalgic journey through the most important works in children's literature from across the globe."-- |
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| Item Description: | Includes index. |
| Physical Description: | 256 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm |
| ISBN: | 9780691274638 0691274630 |
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