Introduction & Reference Sources - HSS 201 - Age of Exploration

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Reference E-Books

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Encyclopedia of Colonial Latin America (1550s To 1820s) by Mark A. Burkholder (Editor); Thomas M. Leonard (Editor)
Call Number: REF E-Book
Publication Date: 2017
Encyclopedia of Invasions and Conquests by Paul K. Davis (Editor)
Call Number: REF E-Book
Publication Date: 2016
Encyclopedia of World Trade: from Ancient Times to the Present by Cynthia Clark Northrup; Jerry H. Bentley; Patrick Manning; Kenneth Pomeranz; Steven Topik; Alfred E. Eckes, Jr
Call Number: REF E-Book
Publication Date: 2015

Reference Databases

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Britannica Academic This link opens in a new window
Reference articles from one of the oldest and most trusted reference sources in the world.
Credo Reference This link opens in a new window
This database is like an online Garver Room with articles from nearly 1,000 reference sources covering all disciplines.
Modern World History Online This link opens in a new window
This reference database covers the people, places, and events in the broad expanse of history from the mid 15th century to the present. Some primary sources may also be found here.
Chelsea House Biographies (Facts on File) This link opens in a new window
Features full-length biographies of contemporary and historical personalities from around the world.
Biography in Context (Gale) This link opens in a new window
This database provides biographical reference articles on more than 650,000 international figures from all times periods and areas of study. It will also link you to relevant popular and scholarly press articles.
American Indian History Online (Facts on File) This link opens in a new window
This source provides reference articles on over 15,000 years of Native American culture and history, and includes biographies, legends, treaties, and more. Some primary sources are included.
Gale General OneFile This link opens in a new window
A general interest database that integrates a variety of sources – newspapers, reference books, magazines, and trade publications. Find articles on current events, popular culture, business and industry trends, the arts and sciences, sports, and hobbies.

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