![]() ![]() ![]() įor many years Charlotte's Web was the accepted template for addressing mortality in children's books. A Taste of Blackberries debuted in 1973, with a main theme which set it apart from other children's books, earning much critical acclaim. White introduced mortality to a new generation of young readers with his classic Charlotte’s Web. Mortality had once been a common theme in books for children, think Oliver Twist, but had become taboo. ![]() Background and reception Ī Taste of Blackberries was initially rejected by publishers who thought the subject was too dark for young readers. ALA Notable Children's Book, Georgia Children's Author of the Year, Georgia Children's Book Award, Georgia Author of the Year, Josette Frank Award, Zilveren GriffelĪ Taste of Blackberries ( HarperCollins, 1973) is a children's book by Doris Buchanan Smith. ![]()
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