EPD contains the full text of over 4400 poetry collections listed in the New Cambridge Bibliography of English Literature. Many of these collections are rare books, unavailable in print form. These are included in the English Verse Drama database. EVD is based on materials listed in the New Cambridge Bibliography of English Literature, selecting materials that are written or intended for the stage and wholly or primarily in verse. Use this index to find essays and articles in subject areas such as history, economics, political science, religion, film, and drama.
Literary criticism is emphasized, covering writers from around the world.
Coverage is worldwide and includes articles chosen from over 3,500 journals, series, monographs, dissertations, bibliographies, proceedings, and other materials. This database is updated ten times per year. It is updated weekly. Each record describes one article, news story, letter, or other item. Many records include abstracts.