Based on the second children’s literature conference at the University of Hertfordshire, this volume assembles educators, psychotherapists, scholars, and parents to consider and debate the issues raised by a psychoanalytical approach to children's books. Illustrating the use that children make of literature in the maturation process and revealing their inner worlds, this compilation recognizes why and how tales from childhood remain with readers throughout their lives and describes the processes writers utilize to create fiction for children. From the engaging and insightful analysis of the successful Dr. Who television stories to a witty visual presentation of Captain Slaughterboard Drops Anchor, this anthology reflects on a variety of topics, including parenthood, sibling rivalry, loss and recovery, love, and myth.
