Background information on literary works can include plot summaries, thematic overviews, author biographies, historical context, and other factual information. This kind of content can help you understand the scholarly articles you will find as you search for literary criticism.
Novels for Students
In the library and online and as an eBook.
Synopses of plot, characters and themes; an author biography; a discussion of the story’s cultural and historical significance; excerpted criticism. Note: Includes discussion of some graphic novels. PRO TIP: Search your title in the Search Within Series box.
Different from background information, literary criticism can be defined as analysis and interpretation of literary works by scholars giving and supporting their points of view. These online databases are especially helpful for finding literary criticism articles.