John Newbery (1713–1767) was a pioneering figure in children's literature, recognized for his innovative approach to producing and marketing books specifically for children. His most famous work, 'A Little Pretty Pocket-Book' (1744), is often regarded as one of the first books to truly consider the needs and interests of children, effectively marking the dawn of the modern children's book industry. Born in Waltham St. Lawrence, Berkshire, England, Newbery moved to London where he established a publishing firm that specialized in children's books, amongst other literary works. His method involved not only the content but also the packaging of books, including toys and games with his publications to make them more appealing to young audiences. The literary style of 'A Little Pretty Pocket-Book' was didactic yet entertaining, embodying an ideal blend of amusement and instruction that was pioneering for its time. The book was intended to convey moral lessons through simple games, stories, and rhymes. Newbery's impact on children's literature was so significant that the American Library Association named its prestigious children's book award the Newbery Medal in his honor. Throughout his career, Newbery demonstrated an unmatched understanding of children's literature's developmental role and commercial potential, paving the way for future children's authors and the growth of the genre.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 29.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik |
Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies | |
Schlagworte | 18th-century children's book • 18th century children's literature • 18th-Century England • A Little Pretty Pocket-book • British children's classics • Children's books • children's educational books • Children's etiquette • Children's literature • Culture • didactic children's books • Early childhood education • educational entertainment • educational literature • English children's book • Etiquette • Historical moral lessons • historical picture books • Humanities • illustrated books for children • John Newbery • John Newbery early works • John Newbery publications • origin of children's literature • Social conduct rules |
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