The Evolution of Literary Collections in Academic Libraries: Impacts on Contemporary English Literary Studies

Abstract

 This review paper explores the evolution of literary collections in academic libraries and their impacts on contemporary English literary studies. With the growth of digital technologies, the shift from traditional print collections to digital repositories, and the integration of open access resources, academic libraries have played a pivotal role in shaping how English literature is studied today. This paper examines how these transformations have influenced research methodologies, access to diverse literary works, and the overall study of English literature in contemporary academia. The paper also incorporates relevant data, tables, and graphs to analyze trends and provide insights into the changes.