Lloyd Alexander

This volume profiles both the professional career and private life of this prolific author, winner of both the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award. Although best known and loved for his children's books, Lloyd Alexander also has been a regular contributor to magazines, anthologies, textbooks, and professional journals, all of which are documented in this comprehensive volume. A biographical glimpse into Alexander's early life introduces the author and describes the influences which have shaped his lifework. A complete annotated list of writings by and about Alexander as well as a Lloyd Alexander chronology and a recording of awards conferred then documents his career and completes the portrait of this singular talent.