Synopses & Reviews
This publication will fill a gap in the bibliographic reference shelf by identifying historical novels for both adult and young adult readers. ^IAmerican Historical Fiction^R contains over 3,000 titles set in states and historical regions of the United States. Entries are organized by time period. The newest titles, as well as old favorites, are covered. The volume is indexed by author, title, genre, subject, and geographic setting.
Review
Adamson's two volumes provide coverage of more titles, based in part on a more flexible definition of historical fiction, which allows her to include works such as Loren D. Estleman's Motown, set in 1966. Her young adult designations are a useful feature, especially for students in the upper grades.Recommended for libraries that serve avid readers of historical fiction.Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin
Review
...it would be an injustice to characterize American Historical Fiction as merely a revision and update of Dickinson's American Historical Fiction. It does include titles also listed in Dickinson's; but thereafter the similarities give way to the superiorities of the newer guide....these new volumes will be useful reader's advisory and collection development guides to the past as portrayed in fiction.Rettig on Reference
Review
These books will be invaluable resources to English and history teachers - and their students - who are looking for novels that relate to specific regions of the world or historical periods. Both books are logically organized and readable: even novice researchers will have little dificulty tracking down suitable historical titles,,,.two impressive works.VOYA
About the Author
LYNDA G. ADAMSON, Ph.D., is professor of English and chair of the English Department at Prince Georges Community College in Largo, MD, near Washington, DC.
Table of Contents
Preface
Sample Entry
Acknowledgments
Main Entry Section
North America before 1600
1600-1699--The North American European Settlers
1700-1774--The American Colonies
1775-1783--The American Revolution
1784-1814--The Early United States
1815-1845--Early Westward Expansion
1846-1860--Slavery, Abolitionists, and Women's Rights
1861-1865--The Civil War
1866-1889--Reconstruction and Development of the West
1890-1940--Progressive Era, World War I, and the Great Depression
1941-1945--World War II
1946-1975--The Mid-20th Century
After 1975--The Late 20th Century
Appendixes
Appendix I: Book Awards
Appendix II: Books Suitable for Young Adult Readers
Indexes
Author Index
Title Index
Genre Index
Geographic Index
Subject Index