Identifies and explains major literary forms, movements and concepts. Defines technical terminology in the field. A general encyclopedia with short entries on historical and technical terms. Another general encyclopedia, covering all periods. Mostly on modern figures, but some medieval.
Articles have lists of authors' works and some suggested titles for further reading.
Sources based on biographical entries Ref PR106.S7 St. James reference guide to English literature, vol. This volume includes separate sections on the period to 1588 and on Renaissance drama. Bibliographic essays on individual playwrights, including some from this era. Brief biographical and critical comments on particular playwrights, with lists of their works and some critical references. The leading source for concise biographies of British historical figures.