World Historical Fiction: An Annotated Guide to Novels for Adults and Young Adults

(Hardback)

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This book and its complement (American Historical Fiction) fill a gap in the bibliographic reference shelf by identifying historical novels for both adult and young adult readers. World Historical Fiction contains over 6,000 novels set outside the U.S.. The newest titles, as well as old favorites, are covered and books that are appropriate for young adults are indicated. Each volume is indexed by author, title, genre, subject, and geographic setting for ease of reference.

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Not only is this a good reference source, it is fun to browse. Highly recommended for both public and academic libraries.-CHOICE
One of World Historical Fiction's greatest strengths is its logical organization....Recommended for high school and public libraries.-Education Libraries
Reading through listings for entire historical periods is both possible and enjoyable....The book passed a number of pre-arranged tests I had established.-Solander
Recommended for libraries that serve avid readers of historical fiction.-Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin
These books may be the most comprehensive guide to historical fiction available to teachers and librarians. Both books are logically organized and readable; even novice researchers will have little difficulty tracking down suitable historical titles.-VOYA
This is an excellent addition to the readers' advisory collections for public, secondary, and academic libraries as well as a good resource for teachers who use fiction in teaching world history.-ARBA
"Not only is this a good reference source, it is fun to browse. Highly recommended for both public and academic libraries."-CHOICE
"One of World Historical Fiction's greatest strengths is its logical organization....Recommended for high school and public libraries."-Education Libraries
"Reading through listings for entire historical periods is both possible and enjoyable....The book passed a number of pre-arranged tests I had established."-Solander
"Recommended for libraries that serve avid readers of historical fiction."-Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin
"This is an excellent addition to the readers' advisory collections for public, secondary, and academic libraries as well as a good resource for teachers who use fiction in teaching world history."-ARBA
"These books may be the most comprehensive guide to historical fiction available to teachers and librarians. Both books are logically organized and readable; even novice researchers will have little difficulty tracking down suitable historical titles."-VOYA

Author Bio

LYNDA G. ADAMSON, Ph.D., is professor of English and chair of the English Department at Prince Georges Community College in Largo, MD, near Washington, DC. She has received her college's Faculty Senate Excellence Award for Teaching and is a member of the International Research Society for Childrens Literature. She is the author of several articles and books, including A Reference Guide to Historical Fiction for Children and Young Adults creating the Past terature Connections to American History, K-6 terature Connections to American History, 7-12 terature Connections to World History, K-6 terature Connections to World History, 7-12 d Notable Women in World History: A Guide to Recommended Biographies and Autobiographies.