When starting to work on a new research topic, it is helpful to gain an overview of the topic first. Subject encyclopedias provide background information, theories, important figures, significant events, and issues surrounding this topic. They also provide explanations of terminology and the jargon for the field, introduce you to subtopics, and lead you to other relevant sources through a list of references at the end of each entry. In addition, cross-references provided by the index can broaden your view of the topic.
Encyclopedias
- China at War: An Encyclopedia
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DS 738 C5225 2012 WWW
- Encyclopedia of Modern China
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University Library REF DS 755 E53 2009
- Berkshire Encyclopedia of China
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University Library REF DS 755 B86 2009
- Brill's Encyclopedia of China
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University Library REF DS 755 B86 2009
- Japan at War: An Encyclopedia
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DS 838 J364 2013 WWW
- Encyclopedia of Contemporary Japanese culture
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University Library REF DS 822.5 E516 2009
- Kodansha Encyclopedia of Japan
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University Library DS 805 K633 1983
- Encyclopedia of Korean Seasonal Customs
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University Library DS 904 H2574413 2010
