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“The magical story is not a microscope but a mirror, not a drop of water but a well. It is not simply one thing or two, but a multitude. It is at once both lucid and opaque, it accepts both dark and light, speaks to youth and old age.”

Quote by Jane Yolen

Book:Touch Magic: Fantasy, Faerie and Folklore in the Literature of Childhood

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Touch Magic: Fantasy, Faerie and Folklore in the Literature of Childhood

This book delves into the significance of fantastical elements in children's literary works, examining the impact of fantasy, faerie tales, and folklore on the development of children's imagination and storytelling traditions. more

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Jane Yolen is an American author known for her extensive work in the field of children's literature, born on February 11, 1939. Her writings span across various genres, including children's literature, adult fiction, and poetry, renowned for their vivid imagination and profound emotional depth. more

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