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U-M Library Catalog Search
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Worldcat
Use Worldcat to find books outside of the U-M Library system. Click on the "Request via ILL" link to make an InterLibrary Loan request

Oxford Handbooks Online
Scholarly research reviews in political science written by experts

Look for a book or chapter that's relevant to your research in the Oxford Handbooks Political Science Collection.

Encyclopedia of Political Science
Examines the central ideas, concepts, and frameworks underlying the study of politics and highlights the intersections of politics with other disciplines. Explore wide range of concepts and frameworks, both Western and non-Western, national and international.

International Studies Encyclopedia
This work is a product of the International Studies Compendium Project and is published in association with the International Studies Association. Includes topic areas such as peace studies, diplomacy studies, foreign policy analysis, global development and environmental studies. The print edition was published in 12 volumes in 2010.

This encyclopedia is the most comprehensive reference work of its kind for the fields of international studies and international relations. Includes over 400 signed articles on all aspects of international studies. Published in print in 12 volumes in 2010. Edited by Robert A. Denemark, this work is a product of the International Studies Compendium Project and is published in association with the International Studies Association. Includes topic areas such as peace studies, diplomacy studies, foreign policy analysis, global development and environmental studies.

International Encyclopedia of Political Science
The eight volumes cover every field of politics, from political theory and methodology to political sociology, comparative politics, public policies, and international relations.
Sage Knowledge (for Congressional Quarterly Press titles)
Collection of over 30 political science reference books, including current and all past issues. Includes CQ Almanac, Exit Polls: Surveying the Amerian Electorate, Guide to Political Campaigns in America, Guide to the Presidency, Encyclopedia of Political Science, Encyclopedia of the U.S. Census, Federal regulatory Directory, Washington Information Directory, Historic Documents Series and many others. UM User Only.

The Craft of Research (2008) by Wayne C. Booth, Colomb, Williams - in print and online