Finding background information
These databases can help you find introductory information, definitions, and help you explore new topics before looking for research on a topic.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
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Use this tool to search the Gale Virtual Reference Library, a collection of full-text encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources. It is an excellent source for overviews of a topic.
Oxford Reference Online Premium
- Oxford Reference This link opens in a new windowCollection of 260+ Reference books; including dictionaries, encyclopedias, and books of quotations, includes resources in a wide range of fields.