East Asian Languages and Literatures Subject Guide

Welcome to the library research guide for the topics related to East Asian Languages and Literatures.

Here you can find resources to help with research projects and general language learning for both Chinese and Japanese. Browse the blue tabs (to the left on a computer and below on a mobile device) to explore: 

• Chinese Language and Literature
  • Resources for Chinese Language Learning;
  • Resources for Chinese Literature (how to find works in Chinese and how to research Chinese literature)
• Japanese Language and Literature
  • Resources for Japanese Language Learning
  • Resources for Japanese Literature (how to find works in Japanese and how to research Japanese literature)

AND find helpful guidance on:

• using MLA Style;
• using Zotero [an awesome citation manager];
• and accessing Writing Center Support.

If you need help with something not covered in this guide, please contact Emily Cook or jump on LibChat.

Tips for developing your research strategy:

Keywords are key:

• Use Google/Wikipedia to brainstorm keyword possibilities
• Have a variety of keywords ready if your initial search doesn't produce desired results.
  • Example:
    • manga OR "graphic novel"
    • shi OR shih
      • The OR Boolean operator is particularly helpful when there are multiple ways to spell something.