Postcolonial Literature Project (Garfield)

LIBRARY DATABASES

LS Library Database Passwords (to access databases outside of LS building)

Advanced Search Tips

Research Process

Gale PowerSearch (Gale)

PowerSearch performs a comprehensive search of Gale databases.
Search, then click "Books" to find an overview article for your subject.
Seek out narrower articles (in academic journals, newspapers, or magazines) after getting an overview source.

Academic OneFile (Gale)

If the Gale PowerSearch is too overwhelming or inefficient then try this one.

News (Gale OneFile) -

Offers newspapers from various countries, coverage varies.

World History: the Modern Era (ABC-CLIO)

Basic reference coverage and definitions (not in-depth).

JSTOR DATABASE

JSTOR offers digitized back issues of academic journals. This database is provided by the Boston Public Library (BPL).

If you have a BPL eCard or a physical BPL card, then:

- Go to BPL's A-Z Online Resources, then click JSTOR.
- Enter your BPL eCard number and PIN. (Or, if you have a physical BPL card, use that account info.)

[If you DO NOT have a BPL eCard or a physical BPL card, then sign up for a BPL eCard. Check your email for the eCard number–and remember your PIN. Then follow the above directions.]