FTS: Mirrors & Windows: Representation in Children's Literature: General Background

Entries are alphabetical by author, then title, and begin with a discussion of plot and theme. The well-written, concise selections then continue with interpretations of motivation, conflict, relationships, transformations, and contribution to plot development for both major and minor characters.

Includes essays covering theory and critical approaches, genres, the context of children's book production (e.g. publishing, censorship, story-telling) applications (e.g. developmental stages of reading, bibliotherapy, education and librarianship) as well as country surveys of literature written for children, including many non-western countries.

This handbook is a place to find quick information on authors, characters, and topics such as "books of instruction" and "chapbooks." It is particularly helpful for historical topics.