What is a "Reference" Work and Why is it Important?
Reference books, such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, and handbooks, are not intended to be read cover to cover. They're to be consulted for background, context, definition and outline, and they usually include brief but excellent bibliographies that point you to further research on the subject.
They're a great place to get quick info, or to get a basic grounding in something with which you may not be overly familiar.
The library has reference resources that are available in print and/or online. See the link(s) by each title for access options.
NOTE: Most of Bethel's print reference books may be checked out for short periods.
American Religion
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