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Genocide & Peace Studies: Background

Subject Encyclopedias & Reference Sources

Not sure where to begin your research? Start with a reference or backgound source. Examples include specialized encyclopedias, dictionaries, and handbooks. These sources are excellent tools for exploring and identifying information on a research topic.

Specialized Subject Encyclopedias

Yearbook of the United Nations
Online
The Yearbook is the principal reference work of the United Nations and provides a detailed overview of the Organization's activities. It is fully indexed and includes all major General Assembly, Security Council and Economic and Social Council resolutions.

Regional Encyclopedias

Social Sciences Librarian

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Allan Scherlen
Contact:
Belk Library, Office no. 224
P.O. Box 32026
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608
828-262-2285
scherlnag@appstate.edu