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Historical Fiction: A Guide To The Genre
Libraries Unlimited | Sarah L. Johnson | Reader's Advisory | Genreflecting | December 2005 ISBN 10: 159158129X ISBN 13: 9781591581291 The recent burgeoning reader interest in historical fiction has created a tremendous outpouring of historical novels from the publishing world. This book takes a genre approach to historical fiction, with chapters devoted to historical romances, historical mysteries, historical adventures, and so forth. By grouping titles by subgenre and theme, and describing their features and plots, the book will guide users to similar titles and read-alikes. Focusing on English-language novels published since the mid 90s plus the perennial favourites commonly available in libraries, chapters are organized according to subgenre. In addition to bibliographic information and brief plot summaries, you’ll find information on award winners, biographical novels, classics, and indications of titles appropriate for young adults and book groups. Appendixes contain lists of award-winning titles and targeted reading lists. An essential guide for reader’s advisors and other professionals who guide readers in their book selections, this book will also aid collection development specialists and educators. Can$90.00 [Add to Cart] [View Cart] Also in the Genreflecting Series:                Booklist Editors Choice 2005 "Abundant title suggestions from a wide range of perspectives and topics will please readers, and up-to-date entries ensure success in find ing books on the shelves. Librarians will find the "Resources for Librarians' section most useful, and a strong index provides traditional access points for those seeking fictional treatment of specific time periods or historical figures, geographic coverage, and particular authors or titles. Highly recommended for public libraries." - Library Journal, September 15, 2005 "A well-researched, exhaustive guide to recent historical fictionÉ Highly recommended. All levels." - Choice Starred Review. "Libraries Unlimited has added another outstanding reader's advisory reference work to its Genreflecting Advisory Series." - Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin A Choice Outstanding Academic Book, 2005 |
