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Selected Reference Books
Drama for StudentsCall Number: REF PN1601 .D595 v.1 - v.32; Location: Main Shelving Area, 1st Floor
Novels for Students by Call Number: REF PN3385 .N68 v.1 - v.50; Location: Main Shelving Area, 1st FloorThis volume contains easily accessible and context-rich discussions of the literary and historical significance of 15 works from various cultures and times.
Poetry for Students by Call Number: REF PN1101 .P756 v.1 - v.50; Location: Main Shelving Area, 1st Floor
Short Stories for Students by Call Number: REF PN 3373 .S3844 v.1 - v.42; Location: Main Shelving Area, 1st Floor
