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English research can be very interdisciplinary. However, class P of the Library of Congress classification system is devoted to Language and Literature. Below are the sections which may be the most helpful to you. Works of poetry and short stories can be found in both PR and PS. Works about writing can be found in PN or PE. Technical writing can be found in a variety of sections. Not sure where the books are in the library? Check out the library map below or ask at the front desk.
The Library of Congress classification and subject headings systems are large and complex systems subject to government approval, and as a result, sometimes the process to update the classifications and subject headings to their most current terms, especially those pertaining to race, gender, and sexuality, can be slow. Please feel free to ask a librarian more about how the classification and subject headings systems are structured, their biases, and current efforts to improve the terminology within them.
We have a sizable poetry collection in the stacks and online. You can use the subject term "Poetry" to help you focus your search in Discovery for them. However, below is a list of other online resources to find poetry.
Reference Books are great for background information
