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Use Reference Sources, such as encyclopedias, to get a general overview of your topic. They are not intended to be read cover-to-cover, but rather provide you with more concise information as you begin to explore a topic. Reference sources generally provide several things:
Reference books are located on the Main Floor of the Library.
Click the link below to access a list of political science reference resources.
Scan the list below to see examples of political science reference books. Some of these are physical books (you will see a call number and the link will take you to a catalog record) and some are electronic books (just click on the link to access the ebook).
Click the link below to access a list of international relations and comprarative politics reference resources.
Scan the list below to see examples of international relations reference books. Some of these are physical books (you will see a call number and the link will take you to a catalog record) and some are electronic books (just click on the link to access the ebook).