Representative Reference Sources for International Studies
When doing a search for information on International Studies, start by establishing a basic understanding of the terms and concepts in the field. Reference works such as dictionaries, handbooks, manuals and encyclopedias are great sources for this type of information.
Anti-Americanism: History, Causes, and Themes R 303.48 A629 2007
A collection of essays that examines the historical cause and current manifestation of anti-American opinion from around the world. Each of the four volumes has a table of contents and separate index.
Encyclopedia of American Foreign Policy R 327.73 E559 2002
The contents pages of this three volume set offer the user quick access to the in-depth entries on key issues and each entry has a bibliography available for continued research possibilities.
Encyclopedia Britannica Online
An online version of the traditional print encyclopedia, it is a great source for basic information in multiple subject areas.
Encyclopedia of the Developing World R 909.09724 E56 2006
Almost 800 entries are compiled in this collection. There is a complete alphabetical list of entries available and along with the index for ease of use. References are provided for each.
Encyclopedia of the Global Economy R 330.03 O18e, 2006
The first volume providing definitions and descriptions to over 150 entries, while the second volume provides information on demographics and statistical analysis.
Encyclopedia of Globalization R 303.482 E56
Topics include issues from history, economics, environmentalism, political and cultural disciplines. The 1st volume includes a list of entries and a reader’s guide organizing entries on related topics.
The Middle East R 956.05 M627 2007
Entries cover historical information, the various conflicts, and important issues like oil and the U.S. policy in the Middle East. Also contains profiles on the countries that make up the area.
Political Encyclopedia of the Middle East R 956.003 P769, 1999
Dealing with political history of the area, it includes the involvement of foreign nations and the impact of religion in the region.
New Encyclopedia of Africa R 960.03 N532 2008
Along with countries profiles, this encyclopedia includes entries on major people, events and cultural/social issues important to the content.
Oxford Reference Online Online
Contains full-text reference books the areas of Politics & Social Sciences and History.
Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations R 314 W9275 2004
This six volume set provides information on modern countries and organizations of the world. The first volume is devoted solely to the United Nations.
Finding Books and Other Items in the Library
To find books and other resources on International Studies in our general collection, start by going to the ALEX online catalog and searching by subject. You can refine your search results by viewing the Related Subjects and associated subheadings. Searching by keyword broadens your search and retrieves more information.
Browse by call number:
· 314-319 General statistics by region
· 320 Political science
· 321 Systems of governments & states
· 322 Relation of state to organized groups
· 323 Civil & political rights
· 327 International relations
· 330 Economics
· 336 Public finance
· 337 International economics
· 900s Geography and history
Resources for Finding Articles on International Studies
For the latest information from authoritative sources, use scholarly journals. Online library databases like Academic Search Complete are general databases that contain information from multiple disciplines. The following databases are other examples, typically more specific in nature, that contain information geared towards this discipline.
Columbia International Affairs Online (CIAO)
A comprehensive source for theory and research in international affairs, from 1991-present.
Expanded Academic ASAP
This is a multi-disciplinary source that contains full text of articles from both scholarly and popular journals.
JSTOR
This is a historical database with the newest articles from 3-5 years ago. You can either browse through the journals organized by subject area, or use the keyword or other advanced search options. All articles are full text.
Polling the Nations
Contains full text questions and answers from surveys conducted on varying issues in a number of different countries.
Project Muse
This database, associated with JSTOR, contains almost 250 scholarly journals, covering most of the areas of the Humanities and Social Sciences, including International Relations.
Journal Finder
If you are having trouble finding the full text of a journal, Journal Finder can help point you towards the right database.
Web Resources in International Studies
There is a variety of web sites that might be useful. Following are a few suggestions. For more web resources on this subject you can check out the library's delicious page.
Bridgewater College’s Department of History and Political Science
The home page for International Studies’ parent department. Information for International Studies is found under the majors/minors link.
EISIL - Electronic Information System for International Law
This site is a collection of primary documents, websites, and additional resources related to international law. It covers a variety of areas including, economic, criminal, and environmental law.
Global Gateway
From the Library of Congress, it contains links to collaborative and individual digital collections, along with international exhibitions and other resources
The United Nations
Information on the organization, current issues around the world, and a wealth of statistics.
UNData
Allows you to search over 15 databases from various UN agencies.
The United States Department of State
Provides information on current issues, along with embassies and ambassadors around the world.
The White House Online
Provides information on the presidency and current issues of the office.
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