When looking for background information or overview literature
on a topic, the following resources are useful starting points:
Reading Lists - recommended readings and references
compiled by a Unit Convenor. The list may consist of journal articles,
book chapters, books, videorecordings, maps or references to an
Internet address or web site.
Books - include textbooks, handbooks and manuals,
reports, conference proceedings, and government documents. Use
book indexes to look for possible keywords to add to your list
of search terms.
Encyclopaedias - comprehensive works containing
information on all branches of knowledge. Usually arranged alphabetically,
encyclopaedias give an overview of each subject with definition,
description, explanation, history, statistics and bibliography.
