Learning on ScreenRobert Leeson with Mary Cadogan
- Synopsis
- Robert Leeson is interviewed on the publication of his book ‘Reading and Righting’, a survey of children’s literature. Described as the most important socialist writer for children, Leeson talks about his books and background. The discussion includes the origins and moral content of children’s literature, the effects of class structure, the impact of television on reading, and the reviewing of children’s literature.
- Series
- Writers in Conversation, Series
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 50 min.
- Year of production
- 1985
- Availability
- Sale
- Uses
- Students of English literature.*
- Subjects
- English language and literature
- Keywords
- children’s literature; Leeson, Robert
Production Company
- Name
ICA Video
- Notes
- The ICA Writers in Conversation series are available for sale or free access online from the Roland Collection http://www.roland-collection.com
Distributor
- Name
Roland Collection
- info@rolandcollection.com
- Web
- http://www.rolandcollection.com/ External site opens in new window
- Phone
- 01797 230 421
- Fax
- 01797 230 677
- Address
- Peasmarsh
East Sussex
TN31 6XG - Notes
- A collection of hundreds of international documentaries covering all aspects of art including architecture, archaeology, art appreciation and restoration, as well as some programmes on literature and creative writing. For sale on video and DVD or viewing online by annual subscription or pay-per-view.
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