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When the Grass Was Taller: Autobiography and the Experience of Childhood
Examines autobiographies of childhood, looks at recurrent events, figures, and patterns, and discusses the myths associated with childhood
320 pages, Hardcover
First published December 1, 1984
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April 12, 2010
Fascinating, beautifully-written study of over 600 autobiographies of childhood from around the world, with many profound and surprising insights.
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