Navigate the essential tools for finding and using reference information with confidence.
This guide surveys periodicals, bibliographies, indexes, and related reference works, helping librarians, students, and researchers locate reliable sources quickly.
The material covered includes how general and special indexes are organized, international and national bibliographies, and guidance on using titles, author indexes, and subject lists. It presents a practical view of reference resources from periodical literature to biographical dictionaries and literary anthologies, with notes on language and national scope.
- Overview of periodical indexes and how they are organized for quick searching
- Guidance on using bibliographies, biographies, and literary reference tools
- Descriptions of specialty indexes in fields like science, engineering, and humanities
- Tips for locating national, foreign, and periodical literature across libraries
Ideal for readers who need a clear map of reference materials and how to use them in research and teaching.