Info about prescribed fiction or non-fiction texts
Select a resource from the list below and find a link to it as well as our tips for searching it. If you are not getting good results, go to our help page.Starting points
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Resource list – prescribed texts for HSC English ModulesA list of useful books in our collection, that will help you interpret the prescribed texts for Modules in the Standard, Advanced and Extension courses. The list also contains links to recommended websites. | book list |
NSW HSC Online - EnglishMaterial written by teachers and academics, including sample examination questions. Open resource via instructions for searching by: | website |
Our Catalogue - Study GuidesSearch for study guides that are a good starting point for exploring a text, or a genre. They include critical reviews, notes on characters and themes, genre and style. | database |
Selected booksA list of some of the most useful books in our collection, including books on Australian and international literature. Available at the State Library or try your local public library | book list |
Major sources
| Resource | Type |
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Literature Resource CenterFind critical analysis, plot and character summaries, biographical info and historical context. Open resource via instructions: Available to registered NSW residents and at the State Library | database |
InformitCritical analysis of texts and themes in Australasian journals and newspapers. Some are available online in full text. Available to registered NSW residents and at the State Library | database |
AustLit: The Australian Literature ResourceInformation on Australian literature, biographical details of authors and selected critical articles and reviews. Available to registered NSW residents and at the State Library | database |
Book Review Digest PlusDescriptive summaries of books, and book reviews. Available at the State Library or try your local public library | database |
Our Catalogue - advanced searchLook for more detailed info on your text. Open resource via instructions for searching it by: | database |
The Internet Public Library - Literary CriticismLinks to critical and biographical websites. Open resource via instructions for searching it by: | website |
National Library of Australia - Australian Literature: Selected WebsitesFind major Australian literature websites selected by the National Library of Australia. | website list |
State Library of NSW - Selected language and literature linksAccess Australian and international electronic resources on literature selected by our librarians. Search under the subject heading, 'Language and Literature'. | website list |
