HIS 202: History of the British People to the Restoration  

It is a good idea to begin your research with some quick and organized background information from sources such as encyclopedias and dictionaries. Background information provides an overview and a context. It provides definitions of terminology, important names, places, and dates, and a brief bibliography of important works that you could use as a springboard for your research.

Gale Virtual Reference Library is a collection of full-text encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources on many different subjects.

Oxford Reference contains concise coverage of a broad range of subjects and is particularly good for quotations and multi-language dictionaries.

Reference Universe
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This guide will help you locate the sources you need for your HIS 202 research and essays. The instructions walk you through the research process and show you how to find both print and electronic books as well as  journal articles on a wide range of topics and issues.

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