Click on the links below to search for criticism and interpretation of literary works, as well as biographical information about authors. To access databases from off-campus, you will need to log in with your MyAACC credentials or enter your library barcode number.
Use this database for general background information and to define unfamiliar words and phrases:
To further research historical context of literary works, use:
Use these databases to broaden your search:
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Use the library's Finding Articles from Citations page, which is part of the Finding Materials from Citations Guide.
For assistance, contact the reference desk at 410-777-2456 or refdesk@aacc.edu.
You might find the following eBooks useful for researching Hamilton: An American Musical. To access these resources from off-campus, you will need to enter the barcode number from the back of your Truxal Library card or AACC photo ID.
Conduct a "Subject Browse" search using the Library Catalog for:
You'll find library materials that provide biographical information about Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alexander Hamilton, as well criticism and interpretations of their work.
More ways to get help:
MLA-style and APA-style guidelines have changed recently, especially for citing sources accessed electronically. For the most up-to-date information about how to cite sources correctly, visit these pages:
Using a citation generator from a database or website?
Doublecheck to be sure the generator has used the current rules.
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