Murphy and Aronson add their own analysis at many points, using end matter to cite what can be documented. The Sibert winners make the complex simple and the simple complex. Layering broadens and deepens appeal. Aronson is concerned with Ralegh's life and times, Dash with historiography and history, Winick with friendship and disease prevention. Murphy pays attention to economic class amid the fray and Webb to living conditions, research, and environmental concerns.
Facts connect with issues and ideas, and, from context, understanding grows.
The 2001 Sibert winners assist readers in many ways. The other winners offer assists as needed. For example, Webb gracefully labels her illustrative watercolors to effectively extend journal entries. Format Following Function Format matters. Dynamic narrative serves as an anchor for the three histories.