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ENGL 104 - Technical Writing - Girardi

Background Research

The resources on this page can be helpful if you need a better understanding of the background of your topic. You won't want to use them as one of your annotated references, but they'll help you find better resources that can be included.

Background Databases

Credo Reference

Articles from encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other reference sources from all subject areas. Includes images, audio pronunciation files, maps, and data tables.

Gale Ebooks

Collection of encyclopedias, dictionaries and topical content covering a variety of subject areas.

Oxford Reference Online

Articles from encyclopedias, dictionaries, and reference sources from all subject areas. Includes quotations, maps, and illustrations.

Salem History

Searchable collection of primary historical documents, commentary, biographies and timelines.

Biography In Context

Biographies of influential people worldwide and from many time periods. Includes encyclopedia articles, magazine articles, and some multimedia.

Salem Literature

Collection of literary criticism of selected novels and author biographies.