A fascinating exploration of the evolution of children's literature in America, this work offers a detailed analysis of the classic books and authors that shaped the genre. From Mother Goose to Lewis Carroll, Halsey chronicles the most beloved and enduring stories of childhood and the ways in which they reflect the changing social and cultural landscape of America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.