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Farah Mendlesohn

The Inter-Galactic Playground: A Critical Study of Children's and Teens' Science Fiction (Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy, 14) Paperback – Illustrated, May 13, 2009

by Farah Mendlesohn (Author), Donald E. Palumbo (Editor), C.W. Sullivan III (Editor)

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Science fiction is often considered the genre of ideas and imagination, which would seem to make it ideal for juveniles and young adults; however, the ideas are often dispensed by adults. This book considers the development of science fiction for children and teens between 1950 and 2010, exploring why it differs from science fiction aimed at adults. In a broader sense, this critical examination of 400 texts sheds light on changing attitudes toward children and teenagers, toward science education, and toward the authors' expectations and sociological views of their audience.

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McFarland
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May 13, 2009
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18 years and up
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6 x 0.57 x 9 inches
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0786435038
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978-0786435036
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“an important evaluation of a mostly overlooked aspect of science fiction...recommended”―Choice; “there is so much to like about Farah Mendlesohn”s new book on science fiction for children and teens that it is hard to know where to begin: with her thesis (which is original and important), her research (which is well-informed and extensive)...(which are timely and necessary)...a valuable contribution to the field”―Science Fiction Studies; “Very extensive range of books discussed…essential…the treatment of gender is particularly interesting…very readable, combining critical flair with individual and often original perceptions”―Pat Pinsent, National Centre for Research in Children’s Literature, Roehampton University; “Following the recent resurgence in quality science fiction for young people, The Inter-Galactic Playground is a timely re-evaluation of a misunderstood sub-genre…passionately argued and jargon-free.”―Stephen Baxter, author of H-Bomb Girl; “If there’s anything you want to know about science fiction for children and young adults, you will find it here. Mendlesohn is a tireless researcher and an engaging writer.”―Pat Cadigan, winner of Arthur C. Clarke Award; “Thoughtful and carefully detailed…reveals how culturally powerful assumptions about children and about the nature and purpose of their literature have led writers of science fiction for young audiences over the last half-century to reshape, undermine, and subvert the key themes, structures and ideological biases most often found in science fiction intended for adults…has much to teach anyone interested in the conventions of children's and young adult literature.”―Perry Nodelman; author of The Pleasures of Children’s Literature; “Combines reader surveys, extensive literature review, and a distillation of the fights waged on kids-literature mailing lists, synthesizing them into a deep, intelligent, and engrossing read.”―Cory Doctorow, author of Little Brother.

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Science fiction is often considered the genre of ideas and imagination, which would seem to make it ideal for juveniles and young adults; however, the ideas are often dispensed by adults. This book considers the development of science fiction for children and teens between 1950 and 2010, exploring why it differs from science fiction aimed at adults. In a broader sense, this critical examination of 400 texts sheds light on changing attitudes toward children and teenagers, toward science education, and toward the authors' expectations and sociological views of their audience.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ McFarland; Illustrated edition (May 13, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 283 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0786435038
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0786435036
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.57 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #2,782,029 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #878 in Children's Literary Criticism (Books)
- #1,023 in Science Fiction & Fantasy Literary Criticism (Books)
- #1,466 in Science Fiction History & Criticism

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It's useful for those doing work on the topic

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This is a dense and thoughtful study on SFF children's literature/YA from 1950 on (it was published just as the trend in dystopias was really taking off, though maybe one day there will be a new edition with an afterword on that?). It's useful for those doing work on the topic, and illuminating for those of us who don't but are interested. A great and solid piece of scholarship!

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This book (and the writer!) was a very big influence in my decision to pursue a PhD in children's fantasy fiction; in particular, Mendlesohn's assertion that children do enjoy reading about big ideas and absorbing information through fiction. The scope and breadth of this book is remarkable. Highly recommended for those interested in SF or in children's literature.

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