Read all about it! Explore 19th Century UK Periodicals
The 19th Century UK Periodicals database provides primary source material from almost 100 periodicals published between 1800 and 1900. The collection is constantly expanding, currently including two main series on 'New Readerships' and 'Empire'. A number of different subject areas are covered, from women's writing to satirical titles.
Performing a search
When you enter the database you are presented with the basic search screen, where you can simply type in a keyword to start generating results. This search screen also allows you to limit your results to particular years of publication, or to browse the titles covered by the database.
For more detailed search features, why not try the advanced search option? This gives you many more preferences to enhance your search, such as the ability to select a particular subject area or type of publication. You might find the advanced search option useful if you are coming up with too many results in your search.
Beyond periodicals
If you are researching publications in the 19th century, you may also be interested in 19th Century British Library Newspapers which includes national, regional and local newspapers from the same period.
Looking for help?
If you are not sure what to do, consult the help pages on 19th Century UK Periodicals, or alternatively Contact your subject liaison librarian for guidance.
This is one of a series of tips to help save you time and effort finding information
This tip was written by David Brown, liaison librarian for History and History of Art.
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