Uncover the mysteries of l iterature in this fun question-based book for kids Are fairy tales a bit ... grim? What puts the slam in poetry? And could a monkey REALLY write Shakespeare? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book! With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of the arts. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of arts topics and busting some popular myths along the way! The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making art fun and accessible for every young reader. Titles in the series: A Question of the Arts: Architecture / Craft / Dance / Film / Fine Art / Literature / Music / Theatre

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Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working over a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute, on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association, in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.

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Uncover the mysteries of l**iteraturein this fun question-based book for kids**

Are fairy tales a bit ... grim? What puts the slam in poetry? And could a monkey REALLY write Shakespeare? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!

With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of the arts. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of arts topics and busting some popular myths along the way!

The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making art fun and accessible for every young reader.

Titles in the series:
A Question of the Arts: Architecture / Craft / Dance / Film / Fine Art / Literature / Music / Theatre

Inhalt

• 1: What is literature?
• 2: Who cares about old books?
• 3: How was Gilgamesh epic?
• 4: What sets poetry free?
• 5: Can pop be poetry?
• 6: Does a play need an audience?
• 7: Who charged at windmills?
• 8: What made Frankenstein horrifying?
• 9: Is life really ... a dream?
• 10: When is a dog a writer?
• 11: Are fairy tales a bit ... grim?
• 12: Could a monkey write Shakespeare?
• 13: Quick-fire questions
• 14: Glossary
• 15: Find out more
• 16: Index