The Oxford Handbook of Children's Literature is at once a literary history, an introduction to various theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches, a

This collection aims to document and interpret the books read by children in the English-speaking world and includes brief biographies of major authors and illu

New in paperback, The Oxford Children's Encyclopedia of History is a major reference book for children of 8 and over, giving a fascinating insight into over 12,

A reference for children aged eight years and above which offers an insight into the secrets of modern science in 135 major entries. Each article features colou

For much of its history, children's literature has been overlooked or looked down on by scholars. But in recent years children's literature has assumed greater