Richard Peck |
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| Author:
| Sommers, Michael A. |
| Series title: | The Library of Author Biographies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-60853-551-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2009 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Rosen Reference |
| Book Format: | Mixed media product |
| List Price: | USD $63.90 |
Book Description:
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Known as the forerunner of the problem novel in young adult literature, Richard Peck's books often touch on the issues of rape, death, divorce, poverty, and pregnancy. This enlightening book discusses his life and work, which includes more than thirty novels, including Are You in the House Alone? A Long Way from Chicago, Remembering the Good Times, and Blossom Culp and the Sleep of Death. This thorough and well-researched look at the life of this popular author discusses his writing...
More DescriptionKnown as the forerunner of the problem novel in young adult literature, Richard Peck's books often touch on the issues of rape, death, divorce, poverty, and pregnancy. This enlightening book discusses his life and work, which includes more than thirty novels, including Are You in the House Alone? A Long Way from Chicago, Remembering the Good Times, and Blossom Culp and the Sleep of Death. This thorough and well-researched look at the life of this popular author discusses his writing process, his keen interest in censorship, and his journey from teaching and journalism to writing novels.