Encyclopedias, dictionaries, factbooks,and handbooks are examples of some types of reference sources that are helpful to consult, especially when you're researching a topic in an unfamiliar field.
Use them when you need:
The library has a number of reference sources available in print and also subscribes to databases containing a variety of online reference sources in ebook format. See the list below.
Access the Encyclopedia Britannica, Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, and an interactive world atlas. Also contains select journal, magazine, and newspaper articles plus primary sources.
Find background information on your topic in reference works covering every major subject, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, and handbooks.
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