Since its publication, Anne Frank's Diary has moved children and adults alike with its moving, unselfconscious tale of a young girl coming of age during the Holocaust. Essays cover a wide range of themes and historical background. (20020501)
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From School Library Journal
Gr 8-10--While the foreword states that one of the purposes of this series is to "spark readers' interest," it is hard to imagine that this book will fulfill that mission. It is a compilation of 15 essays that address the important themes in the diary and critical assessments of it, and discuss its legacy. However, several of the selections are wordy or unclear. Written as stand-alone pieces, they become repetitive when read in succession as few provide fresh perspectives or new insights. More than once, readers are told that Anne received the diary for her birthday, how it was left behind in the raid of the Secret Annex, and how Otto Frank edited it and searched for a publisher. The same quotes are found in multiple chapters as well. "I want to go on living even after my death!" "I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart," and "If God lets me live, I shall achieve more than mother ever did" are powerful statements in the context of the diary. Unfortunately, their impact is diminished here. Young adults should be allowed to experience the power and beauty of The Diary of a Young Girl without enduring lessons in literary criticism.
Leigh Ann Jones, Gee Jr. High, Pilot Point, TX
Copyright 1998 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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"An anthology of essays by scholars representing various perspectives and interpretation of the novel. The book(s) provides criticism and discussions of meaning, structure, and the historical content...as well as biographical information. It is organized in such a way that will give students a plethora of information in a largely accessible format. Each chapter heading is annotated, giving readers a chance to sample the content of the essays. Furthermore, each selection is introduced with background biographical data on the essay's author alongwith a summary of the content and the particular point of view represented. A reader-friendly and comprehensive resouce for students and teachers of world literature."
-- School Library Journal ( November 2001) (School Library Journal 20011015)
"A valuable resource."
-- School Library Journal (May 2002) (School Library Journal )
"And for literary support, Greenhaven's series Literary Companions has become a standard in many schools and public libraries, thanks to its thoughtful questions and analysis."
-- Booklist (October 2001) (Booklist )
-- School Library Journal ( November 2001) (School Library Journal 20011015)
"A valuable resource."
-- School Library Journal (May 2002) (School Library Journal )
"And for literary support, Greenhaven's series Literary Companions has become a standard in many schools and public libraries, thanks to its thoughtful questions and analysis."
-- Booklist (October 2001) (Booklist )
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