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ENG 116: British Literature II (since 1789): Start

Welcome!

This guide provides information on specialized reference works to support research on British literature and the surrounding historical and cultural milieu. It also provides guidance on finding articles and books for research on the British literature. This guide is a good starting point, but it's not comprehensive. For research help, send an email (ahulsebe) or schedule an appointment with Anna. I enjoy helping you solve any research problems you have!

Library Guide Overview

Here's a quick overview of what you'll find on this guide:

  • Primary & Secondary Sources: Definitions and examples of primary and secondary sources for literary research.
  • Reference Works: Literature: Examples of key reference works on literary authors, works, periods, and movements.
  • Reference Works: Context: These reference works provide information on historical and cultural context and other topics that you can apply to your literacy analysis.
  • Finding Books: Guidance on finding books for literary research in our library and beyond.
  • Finding Articles: Links to the most useful databases for finding articles for literary research.

Agenda

Welcome & Introductions

  • Preferred name
  • You as a researcher
  • Authors, works, discussion topics you’ve enjoyed in ENG 116

ENG 116 research guide

  • Primary & secondary sources for research in literature
  • Reference works: literature
  • Reference works: context
  • Finding books
  • Finding articles: MLA Bibliography

Exploration

  • Sample topic
  • Explore reference works and search the MLA Bibliography
  • Share your findings

Librarian

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Anna Hulseberg
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Instructor

Dr. So Young Park (spark@gustavus.edu)

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