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Direct linkDavison, Colin – Children's Literature in Education, 2012
The first full biography of Ursula Moray Williams has been published to mark the centenary of her birth. In this article, its author, Colin Davison, assesses her work in the context of her life, paying particular attention to the way that her extraordinary childhood influenced her writing. He also examines new evidence about where her ideas came…
Descriptors: Authors, Childrens Literature, Biographies, Influences
Andrews, Arlene Bowers – Social Work, 2012
As the world marks the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens's birth, social workers may take note of the contributions Dickens made to 19th century social reform. Ever the advocate for people who were poor and oppressed, Dickens, in his timeless fictional narratives, continues to have relevance for contemporary social justice advocacy. This…
Descriptors: Authors, Nineteenth Century Literature, English Literature, Biographies
