The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame

The Wind in the Willows: Genre 1 key example

Genre
Explanation and Analysis:

The Wind in the Willows, written during the Golden Age of Children's Literature in the latter half of the 19th century, reflects the changing ideas about children during this period. In this era, there was a significant shift in the perception of children, viewing them as individuals in need of moral instruction and guidance. Childhood was reimagined as a time of innocence and wonder, in which play and imagination were valued as essential parts of development.