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School Library Journal
Reviewed on May 1, 2002
Gr 6-9 Within its self-imposed limitation of exploring relatively few works in depth rather than attempting comprehensive coverage, this collection of critical essays will be a boon to many teachers. Volume one covers selected novels and nonfiction, while volume two comments on examples of short stories, poetry, plays, films, and songs. Each section includes an overview of the genre, followed by analyses of two to seven specific selections. Ten- to 20-page essays consider works completed during Civil War times, such as...Log In or Sign Up to Read More



