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Study Guides
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Course Materials, Including Study Guides to Various Works 
 Dozens of study guides to literary works, including 18th and 19th Century European Classics, Science Fiction, Love in the Arts, and World Literature in English of India, Africa, and the Caribbean. From Professor Paul Brians of Washington State University "for the use of students in his classes." http://www.wsu.edu/~brians/guides_index.html Topics: Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Sep 4, 2007 GradeSaver ClassicNotes
Free literature summaries and analyses "written exclusively by Harvard students." Detailed summaries, character information, information about the author, related links, and literature references. Includes instructions on citing the web page. Requires a fee-based membership to access critical essays and quizzes. Not affiliated with Harvard College. http://www.gradesaver.com/study-guides/ Topics: Literature & Books, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Nov 6, 2009 The Grapes of Wrath Study Guide & Essays
A summary and analysis of the John Steinbeck novel, featuring a list of characters, essays, and information about the author. From GradeSaver ClassicNote, a collection of literature study guides "written exclusively by Harvard [University] students." http://www.gradesaver.com/the-grapes-of-wrath/ Topics: Agriculture, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 11, 2009 PinkMonkey Literature Notes on The Grapes of Wrath
Features information on the setting, characters, plot, themes, mood, background, and literary/historical aspects of the John Steinbeck novel. Also includes chapter summaries with notes, study questions, and bibliography. From PinkMonkey.com . http://www.pinkmonkey.com/booknotes/monkeynotes/pmGrapes01.asp Topics: Agriculture, Literature & Books Last updated Apr 3, 2002 PinkMonkey.com
"A 'G' rated study resource for junior high, high school, college students, teachers and home schoolers ... with over 460 Study Guides / Book Notes / Chapter Summaries online currently, and so much more." Includes all of Barrons Booknotes. Features include literary criticism, full texts of classic literature, message boards, and tips for parents. "The MonkeyNotes are written and/or edited by highly qualified college Literature professors all around the country, commissioned by PinkMonkey.com." http://www.pinkmonkey.com/ Topics: Literature & Books Last updated Jan 2, 2009 Shmoop
This website provides study materials for selected literature, poetry, and U.S. history topics. Titles and subjects include sections for summaries, study questions, website links, and related material. The website launched in late 2008 and is in beta testing stage; see the "Coming Soon" tab for planned subjects and a place to request topics for coverage on the site. Website "content is written primarily by Ph.D. and Masters students from top universities." http://www.shmoop.com/ Topics: Literature & Books, United States History Last updated Dec 8, 2008 SparkNotes
Online study guides to around 150 literature classics created by Harvard University students and alumni. Each SparkNote contains sections on context, characters, overall summary, chapter-by-chapter summary and commentary, study questions, and a message board for collaborative learning. Like Cliffs Notes , but available online at no charge. A great resource for high school and college students who need help the night before the paper is due. http://www.sparknotes.com/ Topics: Literature & Books Last updated Oct 14, 2000 |
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