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 educat...

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Main Author: Mendlesohn, Farah
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Company, [2009]
Series:Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ; 14.
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