Includes many non-western terms. Specialized dictionary with longer articles on names, terms and concepts in poetry. These sources will provide biographical information on authors including short story writers. Some also provide literary criticism. These sources will provide general information and literary criticism on a particular poem or topic related to poetry.
Literary criticism can include journal articles and sections or chapters of books.
Contemporary Literary Criticism - REF PN 771 .C59 multi vols. Excerpts are arranged chronologically, beginning with the first critical reception. Each entry has the full citation of the original article from where the excerpt was taken. Critical Survey of Poetry - REF PR 771 .C59 vols. 1-8 Provides information on the works of prominent poets.