Enid Blyton and the Mystery of Children's Literature

Enid Blyton has captivated children worldwide for almost 80 years.

This study looks particularly at her three most popular and well known series, "Noddy", "The Famous Five" and "Malory Towers".

It draws extensively on the view of her readership, past and present, and uses a variety of critical approaches to show how adult criticism has consistently missed the secret of her appeal.