Why You Should Read Children's Books, Even Though You are So Old and Wise

Why You Should Read Children's Books, Even Though You are So Old and Wise
Author: Katherine Rundell
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2019
Genre: Children's stories
ISBN: 1526610078

_______________A pocket-sized, unmissable essay on the importance of children's literature by the bestselling and award-winning author, Katherine Rundell._______________'It's a very short book but it packs a real punch... A real delight' - Financial Times'Rundell is the real deal, a writer of boundless gifts and extraordinary imaginative power whose novels will be read, cherished and reread long after most so-called "serious" novels are forgotten' - Observer'Rundell's pen is gold-tipped' - Sunday Times_______________Katherine Rundell - Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford, and prize-winning author of five novels for children - explores how children's books ignite, and can re-ignite, the imagination; how children's fiction, with its unabashed emotion and playfulness, can awaken old hungers and create new perspectives on the world. This delightful and persuasive essay is for adult readers.

Children's Books and Their Creators

Children's Books and Their Creators
Author: Anita Silvey
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 862
Release: 1995
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9780395653807

Unique in its coverage of contemporary American children's literature, this timely, single-volume reference covers the books our children are--or should be--reading now, from board books to young adult novels. Enriched with dozens of color illustrations and the voices of authors and illustrators themselves, it is a cornucopia of delight. 23 color, 153 b&w illustrations.

Old-fashioned Children's Books

Old-fashioned Children's Books
Author: Andrew White Tuer
Publisher:
Total Pages: 460
Release: 1985
Genre: Children's stories, English
ISBN: 9781851700004

An anthology of short stories and poetry, particularly stories with morals, collected from the literature read by children of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.

"Us," An Old Fashioned Story

Author: Mrs. Molesworth
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 141
Release: 2023-08-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

In Mrs. Molesworth's 'Us,' An Old Fashioned Story, readers are transported to a charming and nostalgic world where family, friendship, and moral lessons take center stage. Written in a clear and engaging prose style, the book exemplifies the sentimental and didactic nature of Victorian children's literature. Set in a quaint English countryside, the story follows the lives of siblings Tom and May as they navigate the challenges of growing up with grace and integrity. Through heartwarming and relatable scenarios, Mrs. Molesworth skillfully weaves a tale that is both entertaining and instructive. Drawing on themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the importance of familial bonds, 'Us' offers readers a glimpse into a bygone era of innocence and simplicity. Mrs. Molesworth, a prolific writer of children's literature, was known for her ability to capture the imaginations of young readers while imparting valuable lessons. Her own experiences as a mother and educator likely influenced the timeless themes present in 'Us.' Fans of classic children's literature and those seeking wholesome storytelling with a moral compass will find 'Us' to be a delightful and enriching read.

Regendering the School Story

Regendering the School Story
Author: Beverly Lyon Clark
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2004-08-02
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1135581584

First published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

A century of children's books

A century of children's books
Author: Florence V. Barry
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2023-07-10
Genre: History
ISBN:

"A century of children's books" by Florence V. Barry. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.