ENGL 248 African American Literature

A collection of resources for assignments commonly seen in ENGL 248 at Green River College.

Reference Databases

Search for Background Info

Use Reference Articles from Library History and Reference Databases to get to know your topic or historical era.

Suggested Background Articles

Starting with Gale Virtual Reference Library

Consider the links to search results below. Each article can be downloaded or emailed, and the database will also create an MLA citation for you.

History Databases

Searching History Databases

Linked below are two databases that are great sources to search for articles on historical figures or events. See also the search tips below to see how to limit your search to relevant content.

Search Tips: Browsing Topics

African American Perspectives

In U.S. History in Context, linked above, you can browse or search for information on historical issues and eras. 

  • Under Browse, select "African American Perspectives" to see the articles in this collection.

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Under Browsing Topics, limit to "African American Perspectives"

Streaming Documentary Films

Streaming Film

Films on Demand is an online streaming video service for educational films. As a GRC student, you have unlimited access from campus or from home. Check out the documentary linked elow or click directly on the Films on Demand database link to search for many other titles.

image of video player - click link below to access the film

image of video player - click link below to access the film

Books in Holman Library

Books

Come in to the library to check these and many other books about the Harlem Renaissance.

Search the Catalog

Search the Holman Library Catalog for many additional titles!

Enter relevant keywords in the box below. Use limiters to refine your search.