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History Research Guide

Start here for the most general introduction of how to find resources in History at EIU's Booth library

Reference Books

Reference materials help students get started with their research by providing a brief overview of the subject. Types of reference materials include encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and companions. Booth Library has reference materials in print and electronic formats.

Examples of reference books

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