This is a guide to researching for an essay or dissertation in History.
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The databases listed below contain research in History (journal articles and book articles). Choose a database appropriate for your specific topic. Historical Abstracts is a good general database in this subject (though it excludes the United States and Canada).
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Below you will find a selective list of online primary sources. Remember to also check the library catalogue for primary sources published as books.
Audio-visual materials
Images
Biographies
Newspapers
Official Publications
Statistics
Maps
Early printed publications
Manuscripts
Specific people and topics
It is important to critically analyse information before you use it in an essay, report or assignment.