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LC Call Numbers

The Library of Congress Call Number system is how books at Alden library are organized on the shelf. It uses a system of detailed categories to bring books on similar topics together and enable you to browse the shelves for specific subjects.   

Check out these call numbers ranges by visiting Alden Library book stacks (on 6 and 7th floors) or Glidden Hall, Music and Dance (anything music will be at Glidden).

  • PE1-3729             English (Old English, Dialects, Slang)
  • PM9001-9021      Secret languages
  • PN1-6790             Literature (General)
  • PN441-1009.5      Literary history
  • PN1010-1525       Poetry
  • PN1600-3307       Drama
  • PR1-9680             English literature
  • PS1-3576             American literature
  • PS(8001-8599)    Canadian  literature       

Music and Dance materials will be located (for the most part) and the Music and Dance Library in Glidden Hall.

Learn more about the Library of Congress Call Number system.

Subjects: English