Literature
Resources to support the needs of those studying literature, from general background info, to specific analysis.
- Start Here
- General Info
- Literary Analysis and Criticism
- Socio-Historical Context
- Using MLA Citation Style
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- Related Subjects
Databases for E-books
- eBook Academic Collection (EBSCO) This link opens in a new windoweBooks, multidisciplinary (more...).
- eBooks on EBSCOhost This link opens in a new windoweBooks, general topics, non-fiction, reference, consumer (more...).
Things to consider (keywords for searching)
- The time and place in which the material was written
- The time and place the material is written about
- Major themes in the writer's work
- Background of the writer
Socio-historical Context in Books
Books are a great resource for finding information about a time period because they provide an overview, as well as more specific details when needed. Many times, articles are a deep analysis about a narrow topic, so they might not be as helpful at providing context.. Consider what you need and then think about where you might look.
- Search the GIL-Find catalogUse this link to search for print books, e-books, films, etc. within Lane Library's collections
- GIL-Express, what is it?Looking for books but can't find what you need in the library? GIL-Express is a service that lends books within the entire University System of Georgia. Click the link, above, for more information about requesting books through GIL-Express.