Laurie Selwyn
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Mastering United States Government Information: Sources and Services
Brown’s discussion of both print and digital government documents has paid off in an invaluable reference for all readers—professionals, academic, public and secondary school students
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Skewed Studies: Exploring the Limits and Flaws of Health and Psychology Research
An excellent, nontechnical overview of the scientific research process for undergraduate and graduate students. While the detailed index enables use as a quick reference title, the book is most effective when read as a treatise.
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The Business and Culture of Sports: Society, Politics, Economy, Environment
Unlike other titles, which limit discussion to a specific topic, such as sports law, this set offers a moderately in-depth examination of multiple sports topics, giving readers a big-picture overview. Will be of interest to undergraduate business, sociology, anthropology, and sports career students.
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Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Though this is not a replacement for more in-depth titles such as Andrew Chevallier’s Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine and Susan Weis-Bohlen’s Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide, this wide-ranging work will be of interest to the general public, high school and undergraduate students.
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The SAGE International Encyclopedia of Mass Media and Society
Particularly strong when it comes to highlighting marginalized voices and the technologies used for global communication. While timely and a nice introduction to mass media in today’s society, however, it is not a replacement for more comprehensive titles.
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The SAGE Encyclopedia of Criminal Psychology
Though the writing is a little dry, the information is accurate, succinct, and generally jargon-free. This interdisciplinary work will be of interest to undergraduates studying psychology, sociology, criminology, and forensic science. Some practitioners may find it a helpful starting point when venturing outside their areas of expertise.
Can't-Miss Print Titles | Best Reference 2019
This year's Best Reference articles are marked by stunning visuals, from the stirring Protest! A History of Social and Political Protest Graphics to the quirky Atlas of Poetic Zoology.
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Salem Health: Women’s Health
The same information and more can be found in the latest edition of The Merck Manual and specific titles, such as Chandrima Biswas’s Pregnancy Encyclopedia.
50 Events That Shaped African American History: An Encyclopedia of the American Mosaic
In distilling African American history down to a series of essential snapshots, this title offers an excellent jumping-off resource for students exploring avenues for research in U.S. history, African American studies, and sociology.