Writers by Nikki Gamble
Following the successful format of FAVOURITE WRITERS, this book provides short introductions to the life and work of some the best-known classic children's writers from around the world, from Lewis Carroll to Tolkein, and Frances Hodgson Burnett to E B White. Introducing key writers whose contribution to literature is unquestioned, the book devotes one spread to each of 13 of them. Each will includes a short biography, brief summaries and quotes from key works, and a short quote by a contemporary writer. A further six are briefly covered on the final spread. Illustrated with historical pictures and photos and written in a punchy and succinct style, this is an engaging and useful source of introductory information on classic writers that children will encounter in English classes and in their own reading.
Attractive and well-illustrated.. There does seem to have been a genuine effort to find variety and the choice of writers is sure to satisfy curiosity about some old favourites and perhaps to introduce young readers to some new ones. -- Books for Keeps 20130701 For teachers and young project searchers these guides will make useful source material. -- The School Librarian 20030901 Informative, encouraging and well illustrated. -- TES Teacher 20050218 A lovely introduction ... A tempting read and useful in the home or library. -- Carousel 20040404
Originally a secondary English and drama teacher and subsequently a primary teacher, Nikki Gamble was Head of English Education at the School of Education at Anglia Polytechnic University before leaving to work as a freelance lecturer, writer and educations consultant. Her specialist teaching and research interests include children's literature, reader development and writing. She is secretary of the British Association of Lectureres in Children's Literature and a committee member on the UK Board on Books for Young People. She is a regular reviewer of children's fiction, contributing to The TES, Books for Keeps, the School Librarian. She has also been involved with the development of materials for the National Literacy Strategy and is currently working on a publication on guided reading for the Institute of Education, London and funded by the NLS.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780750242868 |
| ISBN 10 | 0750242868 |
| Title | Writers |
| Author | Nikki Gamble |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2004-04-15 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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