Norma Fox Mazer: A Writer's World (Studies in Young Adult Literature): 3 - Hardcover

Reed, Arthea J.S.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810838141 ISBN 13: 9780810838147

Publisher: Scarecrow Press, 2000

Synopsis

In preparation for this publication, author Arthea J.S. Reed spent time with Norma Fox Mazer, the widely acclaimed young adult novelist, who works with not only her husband, but her daughter as well. The book explores the facets of Mazer's works which mirror her own life. In Norma Fox Mazer: A Writer's World, Reed chronicles her discovery that, although her husband and his work are thoroughly intertwined with and complimentary to her own, Norma Fox Mazer "is fiercely independent-a feminist." Reed was fortunate enough to be able to include Mazer's voice in this work as a compliment to her own thorough autobiographical and critical articles. Written primarily for those who are looking to garner a true understanding and appreciation of the craftsmanship behind Mazer's work, readers will also discern where the author stands in the context of the history of young adult literature. Reed provides a chronology of Mazer's twenty books and several awards, a selected bibliography, and a helpful index. The seven chapters of the book are titled: The Roots of Realism, Missing Pieces and Outsiders, Star-Crossed Love, Norma and Harry: Relationship, Romance and Writing, Writing for Young Readers, Fantasy and Suspense, and From Excellence to Mastery.

About this title

Review:

It is a journey worth taking, and this book will appeal to those who are doing research on the body of her work as well as to those readers who simply love it.--VOYA

This exceptionally thorough treatment of an author is exemplary. Teachers could use it as an example of how author research should be conducted. Highly recommended.--The Book Report

...well balanced and objectively written.--Booklist, 6/1/2001

A useful addition to professional collections and higher-education facilities.--School Library Journal

Highly recommended for any high school collection where young people are encouraged to analyze favorite teen author themes.--s

Another in Scarecrow's excellent Studies in Young Adult Literature--Catholic Library World

About the Author:

Arthea J.S. Reed, Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Asheville, taught education, including adolescent literature, from 1978 to 1996. She is coeditor of the Penguin USA teachers' guide series and has written fifteen books, including Presenting Harry Mazer.

About this edition

• Publisher: Scarecrow Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0810838141
• ISBN 13: 9780810838147
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160