More outstanding books for the college bound
(Book)
Contributors
Published
Chicago : American Library Association, c2006.
Status
Main Library - Adult Non-Fiction
028.9 M836
1 available
028.9 M836
1 available
Description
Loading Description...
Also in this Series
Checking series information...
Copies
Location | Call Number | Status |
---|---|---|
Main Library - Adult Non-Fiction | 028.9 M836 | On Shelf |
More Details
Published
Chicago : American Library Association, c2006.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xi, 251 pages ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 222) and index.
Description
Book lists-best books, outstanding books, books of the century-tend to generate heated discussion. But when the American Library Association, in conjunction with the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), publishes the newest edition of the classic, More Outstanding Books for the College Bound, avid readers everywhere pay attention. In a newly updated edition covering forty-five years of recommended titles - from 1959-2004-readers get to identify the most frequently cited titles and explore by genre. More than just a list of outstanding books, this enjoyable, made-for-browsing reference: Provides historical context and significance while relating the lists to reader literacy, engages readers with lively annotations, provides a "quick look," graphical representation of the top twenty-three titles chosen over the life span of the lists acts as a convenient collection development tool for libraries and community organizations Serves as an excellent study tool for both young adult and older readers. Coming from two of the most trusted sources to list "Outstanding Books," ALA and YALSA, this new edition stands as an authoritative guide. It's filled with fun and accessible information about great books. Designed for young people in grades 6 through 12 who want to prepare wisely for their next educational adventure, it will also appeal to parents, teachers, counselors, school library specialists, young adult librarians, and adults committed to lifelong learning.
Reviews from GoodReads
Loading GoodReads Reviews.
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
(2006). More outstanding books for the college bound . American Library Association.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)2006. More Outstanding Books for the College Bound. American Library Association.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)More Outstanding Books for the College Bound American Library Association, 2006.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)More Outstanding Books for the College Bound American Library Association, 2006.
Note! Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy. Citation formats are based on standards as of August 2021.
Staff View
Loading Staff View.