Literary Research and Canadian Literature : Strategies and Sources

Canada's rich literary heritage, dominated by a multicultural and multilingual presence, reflects the country's unique history and experience. In addition, an emerging body of new writers is redefining the geographic and metaphorical boundaries of Canadian literature. Coupled with the propagation of digital technologies, Canada's burgeoning publishing industry presents unique challenges for both introductory and seasoned literary researchers. Literary Research and Canadian Literature: Strategies and Sources provides researchers with the tools to navigate Canada's multifaceted literary presence. It addresses best practices for selecting and evaluating print and electronic sources related to the extensive and varied literature of Canada. Beginning with an overview of the strategies needed to conduct online research, individual chapters examine general literary reference materials; relevant online library catalogs, including national and union library catalogs; scholarly journals; archival collections; microform and digital collections; periodicals, literary magazines, newspapers, and reviews; arid Web and electronic resources. Special topics include "little magazines," scholarly gateways, and cultural resources. The final chapter illustrates the application of strategies to solve a research problem. This guide will prove helpful to researching both canonical and lesser-known authors, therefore making it relevant to anyone interested in Canadian literature. Book jacket.