The Encyclopedia of FantasyCall Number: PN56 .F34 E53 1999 (Benson)
This gigantic volume covers a broad range of topics, authors, movements, themes, subgenres, and more in fantasy literature. With all of its 4,000 entries, it addresses fantasy in several different mediums of fantasy outside of literature, such as film, television, and art. As other modes of fantasy can inform your research and understanding of fantasy literature, this extensive encyclopedia is a highly useful resource. Especially recommended is its entry on "Fantasy", which explains the genre in an intelligent and clear way, with explanations of terms used in the entry, which can be read to gain more insight.