Doing Research in English

Traces the usage, meaning, and history of words from 1150 AD to the present day. Each definition contains a chronologically arranged group of quotations that trace the usage of words, and show the contexts in which they can be used.

Evaluates important reference materials essential to the study of British literature, literatures of the United States, other literatures in English, and related topics. A standard guide for the field of English literary studies.

Provides descriptive and evaluative annotations of dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, and journals devoted to individual writers.

Presents a comprehensive historical survey of the most important figures, schools, and movements in literary theory and criticism.

Contains biographies of people who have shaped all aspects of the British past, from the earliest times to the end of the year 2000.

Contains biographical profiles of people who died prior to 1996. Includes people whose significant actions took place while living in what is today the United States or whose life/career had a direct influence on the course of American history.

Presents biographies of writers from all eras and all genres through volumes dedicated to specific types of literature and time periods. Each volume is cataloged and classed separately. Use yearbook volume for index.