Encyclopedias are a great place to find background information and to narrow or explore research topics. They contain short essays on a variety of topics, often organized alphabetically. Entries are written by scholars and often contain several citations for further reading. Some encyclopedias are available as online databases while others are cataloged and available either as e-books or in print at the Doe Reference Library or the Ethnic Studies Library.
Below are some recommended encyclopedias for topics related to your course!