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ENG236 - Windholz
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Sources for Basic and Background Information in Literature and Related Fields
Many of our best sources of background information on literature are available in full text online.
Gale Literary Sources
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Comprehensive full-text database for all types of world, English and American literature. Includes major literary encyclopedias, literary criticism, biographical articles and reviews.
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Gale E-Books (Gale Virtual Reference Library)
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Oxford Reference Online: Premium
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Oxford English Dictionary
The definitive record of the English language. Search for the meanings and etymology of the words you use today.
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English Literature Collection
Twayne's Author Series Collection
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