Reference Resources
Reference works are a great way to get an introduction to a subject.
Print Reference Books
These books are available in the General Collection of the library. This is just a selection of the very varied political reference works we have available, so go and browse around and see what you find, or ask a librarian.
The Encyclopedia of Politics: the Left and the Right by Call Number: JA61 .E54 2005ISBN: 1412904099Confused about what constitutes the right and left in politics? Blame the French Revolution. Buut once you have done that, consult this set of two volmes -- one left, one right.
Encyclopedia of U.S. Labor and Working-Class History by Call Number: HD 8066 .A78 2006ISBN: 9780415968263Multi-volume encyclopedia of labor history. It is not just about the political working class, but includes a lot of great information on trade unions and political action.
Historic Documents by Call Number: E839.5 .H57ISBN: 9781604265538It is a great source of primary documents etc of politics -- speeches etc.
The International Encyclopedia of Revolution and Protest by Call Number: JC491 .I58 2009ISBN: 9781405184649Multi volume set covers from 1500 to the present. If you want to why the Intifada or the Abalone Alliance matter, or not. This set will tell you.- Political Handbook of the World byCall Number: JF37 .P6 2012ISBN: 9780872895591One stop source for the essential political facts about countries, territories, and their politicians.
Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy by Call Number: B51 .R68 1998ISBN: 0415073103A superb source of all things philosophical, including political philosophy and philosophers. Each entry has a introduction for novices, a detailed entry, and a critical bibliography.
