Types of Children's Literature: A Collection of the World's Best Literature for Children, for Use in Colleges, Normal Schools and Library Schools (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Walter Barnes

9780484115995: Types of Children's Literature: A Collection of the World's Best Literature for Children, for Use in Colleges, Normal Schools and Library Schools (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484115995 ISBN 13: 9780484115995

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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An authoritative anthology of children's literature for study and classroom use

This carefully curated collection gathers prose and poetry from many traditions to showcase the range of literature valued for children.

It is designed for college and normal school study, offering complete, authoritative versions of selections and thoughtful notes on editions and translations.

The book aims to present at least one masterpiece from every major type of children’s writing—folklore, myths, fairy tales, realism, humor, and more—while balancing poetry with prose and including translations and retellings where appropriate. It also explains how the material is organized and how teachers might tailor study to their own curricula, with additional resources in an appendix for coursework.

Complete, carefully chosen selections with faithful editions and notes
A diverse range of genres—from fairy tales and myths to modern narrative and poetry
Guidance for classroom use and a built‑in framework for studying children’s literature
An appendix listing essential works for students and teachers

Ideal for students, teachers, and curious readers who want a broad, authoritative view of children’s literature as it has evolved across cultures.

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