| The Land of Story-Books: Scottish Children's Literature in the Long Nineteenth Century Contributor(s): Dunnigan, Sarah (Editor), Fang-Lai, Shu (Editor) |
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ISBN: 190898029X ISBN-13: 9781908980298 Publisher: Scottish Literature International OUR PRICE: $28.45 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Criticism | Children's & Young Adult Literature - Literary Criticism | English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh - Literary Criticism | Modern - 19th Century |
| Dewey: 823.009 |
| LCCN: 2019410008 |
| Series: Occasional Papers |
| Physical Information: 0.96" H x 5.83" W x 8.27" (1.24 lbs) 476 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles - Chronological Period - 19th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume of twenty essays presents a unique insight into the world of Scottish children's literature throughout the long nineteenth century. As well as revisiting much-loved authors such as Stevenson, Barrie, and MacDonald, it explores the neglected role of women writers in shaping the inheritance of Scottish children's literature, the significant contribution of Gaelic writers, and the role of folklore and tradition. Essays also examine the significance of children as literary protagonists, and as readers themselves. In recovering these marginal voices and texts, and in showing how well-known stories explore questions of culture, identity, and language, The Land of Story-Booksseeks to restore the traditions of children's writing to the heart of Scottish literary history. |
