The Oxford Companion To Children'S Literature (Oxford Companions Ncs)

This is the essential encyclopedia for anyone who's ever loved a children's book—or wanted to understand them better. From fairy tales to Roald Dahl, picture books to YA classics, the Oxford University Press has compiled thousands of entries covering authors, illustrators, characters, and genres that have shaped young readers for generations. It's comprehensive, authoritative, and endlessly browsable. Perfect for parents, teachers, writers, illustrators, and anyone who believes children's literature deserves serious appreciation.