Reading Madeleine L'Engle: Ecopsychology in Children's and Adolescent Literature

This book explores the relationships between characters in Madeleine LEngle's novels, examining how they develop along a human-nonhuman kinship continuum. It demonstrates how ecopsychology and ecotherapy provide strong and important intersections with children's literature.

Format: Hardback
Length: 214 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the intricate web of relationships crafted by Madeleine LEngle in her renowned novels, spanning across three captivating series: the Time, Austin, and O'Keefe families. Through the lens of ecopsychology and its practical application, known as ecotherapy, the author examines the evolving connections between her characters as they navigate a profound human-nonhuman kinship continuum. This comprehensive exploration is achieved by analyzing pairs of novels from both the fantastical and realistic series, as well as single novels that stand out as unique within their respective series. By doing so, the project unveils LEngle's remarkable ability to traverse a delicate fantasy-reality continuum, showcasing the seamless integration of all three series. Moreover, by delving into these relationships and their progression along continuums, the project underscores the significant and largely untapped intersections between ecopsychology and children's literature. This insightful examination offers valuable insights into the profound ways in which nature and mental well-being intertwine, shedding light on the transformative power of storytelling and the importance of nurturing our connections with the natural world.

Weight: 571g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032486994