This book offers a critical account of historical books about Britain written for children, including realist novels, non-fiction, fantasy and alternative histories. It also investigates the literary, ideological and philosophical challenges involved in writing about the past, especially for an audience whose knowledge of history is often limited.
Reading History in Children's Books
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Author(s)Catherine Butler, Hallie O'Donovan
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan
ISBN / ASIN0230278086
ISBN-139780230278080
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 hours
Sales Rank4,362,033
CategoryLiterary Criticism
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
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