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RepositoryUniversity Archives and Special Collections Centre
Reference NumberMB/2/5/1
Title'Children's Comics A Guide for Parents and Teachers' by George H Pumphrey
DescriptionPumphrey's influential book discusses British comics and classifies what he views as suitable reading materials for children. This book was gifted to Barker as he undertook research into 1950s British horror comics. Inscribed on the front page by Pumphrey is 'To Martin Barker with best regards G.H. Pumphrey 9.11.81'. [This book was featured in Barker's A Haunt of Fears.]
Date1955-1981
CreatorPumphrey, George Henry
TermComics
Reading
Children (age group)
Censorship
Extent1 volume
LevelItem
Access ConditionsThe University Archives and Special Collections Centre is open Monday - Friday 1pm-4pm. It is advisable to book an appointment in advance via email.
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