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Overview
This book investigates the 'series' in children's literature. The works of several well-known children's authors - UK and the US, traditional and contemporary - are analyzed, and using these examples, the book explores the special nature and appeal of series writing for children. As well as providing an historical overview of the series, the author raises important questions about the nature of literary criticism applied to children's literature.
Synopsis
This book investigates the 'series' in children's literature. The works of several well-known children's authors - UK and the US, traditional and contemporary - are analyzed, and using these examples, the book explores the special nature and appeal of series writing for children. As well as providing an historical overview of the series, the author raises important questions about the nature of literary criticism applied to children's literature.
Booknews
A young student once told Watson that reading a new novel was like entering a room full of strangers, but picking up a book in a series was like walking into a room full of friends. This is the premise behind Watson's (Homerton College, Cambridge, UK) critical study of series fiction in children's literature. He argues that series<--> traditionally disdained in scholarly circles<-->played an enormous role in forming the reading habits of 20th century children and in fact are central to modern children's literature. Authors covered (most of them British) include Arthur Ransome, Hugh Lofting, Enid Blyton, Malcolm Saville, Mary Norton, Lucy Boston, and Gene Kemp; includes a handful of b&w illustrations from the series discussed. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)