Children's literature first became a distinct body of writing and publishing in the eighteenth century. Until the seventeenth century, children were usually con

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

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,

Children's literature continues to be one of the most rapidly expanding and exciting of interdisciplinary academic studies, of interest to anyone concerned with

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