Stories of childhood : evolving portrayals in books and films /

"This study questions the widely held perception that books' criticism of both the big and small screens often obscures their signal accomplishments and the entertainment and insight they provide. The author analyzes our distaste for these media. A broad survey of film and TV offerings exp...

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Main Author: Duncan, Dean W. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2015]
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Summary:"This study questions the widely held perception that books' criticism of both the big and small screens often obscures their signal accomplishments and the entertainment and insight they provide. The author analyzes our distaste for these media. A broad survey of film and TV offerings explores what enacted narratives have taught us about the nature of childhood"--
Physical Description:xvi, 275 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Includes filmography.
ISBN:9780786471324
0786471328