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I am embarrassed to say I have not posted a single spotlight on
Lloyd Alexander. It would be impossible to have a serious discussion about great children's literature and not refer to the work of Lloyd Alexander. To make up for my gross oversight, I will dedicate the rest of this week's blog posts to the man and his works.
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Mr. Alexander is best known for his creation of the fantasy series, The Chronicles of Prydain. He wrote over 40 books and stories and was a master of characterization and dialogue. He used fiction to explore real emotional themes. He loved reading, writing, cats, the violin, and his wife Janine. He was witty and soft-spoken. A bard of the highest caliber.
I highly recommend this
video link with a tour narrated by the man himself.
For more information, check out
Foundation Stones of Prydain,
The Prydain Companion, and
The Gawgon and the Boy.
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