The inter-galactic playground: a critical study of children's and teens' science fiction

"This book considers the development of science fiction for children and teens between 1950 and 2010, exploring why it differs from science fiction aimed at adults. In a broader sense, this examination of 400 texts sheds light on changing attitudes toward children and teenagers, toward science...

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Main Author: Mendlesohn, Farah 1968- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, NC [u.a.] McFarland 2009
Series:Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy 14
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Online Access:Inhaltsverzeichnis
Summary:"This book considers the development of science fiction for children and teens between 1950 and 2010, exploring why it differs from science fiction aimed at adults. In a broader sense, this examination of 400 texts sheds light on changing attitudes toward children and teenagers, toward science education, and toward the authors' expectations and sociological views of their audience"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:"This book considers the development of science fiction for children and teens between 1950 and 2010, exploring why it differs from science fiction aimed at adults. In a broader sense, this examination of 400 texts sheds light on changing attitudes toward children and teenagers, toward science education, and toward the authors' expectations and sociological views of their audience"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:IX, 273 S.
ISBN:9780786435036

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