I am writing a paper for a Shakespeare class on Antony and Cleopatra and the topic of duty. I have no problem finding scholarly sources on Shakespeare/his works; however, I cannot find peer reviewed sources on real Elizabethan people/life. I’d specifically like to touch on the topic of duty to the church, familial duty, and maybe military duty and expectations. Other forms may work too. I’ve searched EBSCO, and find results on other topics, notable figures, or other areas (Italy Renaissance), but I can’t find anything fitting. Does anyone know of any scholarly databases or queries of which I may not have thought? My professor is a very tough grader and claims to be happy to help with anything, but I’ve emailed her twice with this and she continuously replies with things I told her I’ve already done.
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