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Author: Ruth Nadelman Lynn

📘 Fantasy literature for children and young adults by Ruth Nadelman Lynn

This expanded guide assembles an extensive list of fantasy literature for children and young adults, cataloguing over 4,800 American and British novels and anthologies. With more than 1,500 new entries, the updated edition offers a broader view than its predecessor. The work is organized into ten topical chapters, each covering a distinct aspect of fantasy literature from allegory to witchcraft. Annotations accompany each entry, noting major awards, review citations, recommended reading level, and other related titles by the same author. Ideal for librarians, educators, and readers seeking thorough guidance, the bibliography serves as a practical tool for identifying and evaluating fantasy books for children and young adults.

First publish date: 1989

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy

Authors: Ruth Nadelman Lynn

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