children's literature
Our Mythical Childhood (Being Human)
University of Roehampton , United KingdomThis exhibition showcases discoveries made in the University of Roehampton’s extensive archive of children’s literature. Focusing on illustrations in children’s classics, it shows how ancient myths are brought alive to the imagination. Myths from ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt have given us iconic characters, such as heroes, gods, and monsters, whose stories are often first encountered […]
‘Shaping Fables with Marcia Williams’ (Being Human)
University of Roehampton , United KingdomAccompanying an exhibition of illustrated children’s classics, popular author-illustrator Marcia Williams discusses her creative process in conversation. The direction of the conversation will be shaped by the questions asked by the audience. Perhaps you want to know how and why an artist chooses scenes to illustrate? Or you’re curious about what comes first, the image […]
Classical Reception and Children’s Culture: A Show and Tell
Cardiff University Cardiff, CF10 3AT, United KingdomSpecial Collections & Archives Seminar Room, Arts and Social Studies Library, Cardiff University 10-1: Morning session - each participant brings along a children’s classical-themed object to talk about 1-2: Lunch at a local café 2-4: Afternoon session – participants will have chance to peruse and discuss relevant items from Cardiff University’s Special Collections, including items […]