Children's Literature

Essays on American writers for children during the period between 1960 and the mid-1980s. Focus is given to the major themes and trends that were evolving in children's literature at this time: child abuse; separation and divorce; sexual mores; drug abuse; insights into death and the meaning of life; regional, national, and international social issues and concerns; historical fiction illuminating contemporary issues through parallel past experiences of humankind.

The second of two volumes in this series on American writers for children since 1960. Comprises 32 biocritical essays, a critical afterword, an appendix giving information on children's book awards and prizes, and a bibliography. Annotation(c) 2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Representative and comprehensive view of the range or writers and writer-artists who played vital roles in creating "Childhood's Golden Era." Also includes entries on writers and individuals who have significantly influenced the writing and art of others for children.

Essays on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century American children's authors who set trends or modified and refined the art of writing for children.