Background Research
It is always a good idea to enter your topic into an encyclopedia. It will give you a quick overview of the key concepts and theories covering the area. Often there will be a suggested reading list of books and articles that you will want to use. Le Moyne has a large reference collection, and this is not an exhaustive list. You can find a longer list at this link.
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Encyclopedia of Religion - Online-excellent starting point for research on all religious practices, but strongest for Christianity
-gives thorough but general background information on individuals, organizations, concepts, and all religions
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American Indian religious traditions : an encyclopediaAvailable in print in the Reference Section on the first floor of the library. Call number:E98.R3 C755 2005
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Encyclopedia of African ReligionAvailable in print in the Reference Section on the first floor of the library. Call number: BL2400 .E53 2009
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Encyclopedia of HinduismAvailable in print in the Reference Section on the first floor of the library. Call number: BL1105 .J56 2007
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Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World This link opens in a new windowAvailable in print in the Reference Section on the first floor of the library. Call number: BP40 .E525 2004
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The Jewish EncyclopediaAvailable in print in the Reference Section on the first floor of the library. Call number: DS102.8 .J6