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Nilsen, Alleen Pace – School Library Journal, 1986
Examines a group of young adult novels written by American Jewish authors to support claim that they have helped establish the irreverent, lively tone characteristic of contemporary literature for young adults. Also discusses definitions of Jewish humor; the use of Jewish places, names, and words; discussion and wordplay; and stereotypes. (EM)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Authors, Contemporary Literature
