Pictured Worlds

This is a new book. Condition: Brand New.

The illustrated children's book came of age in the 18th century alongside the rising middle-class demand for economic and social advancement. Inspired by philosopher John Locke's prescient insights into child development, London publisher John Newbery established the first commercial market for illustrated "juveniles" in the West, and the impact of the model he set for books tailored to the interests and capabilities of young readers has spanned the globe, spurring higher literacy rates, cultural enfranchisement, and a better life for generations of children.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Hardback
ISBN13: 9781419738982
Published: April 2023

Number of pages: 416
Width: 229 mm
Height: 279 mm
Depth: not specified

Publisher: Abrams