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This bibliography includes titles held by the Reference collections of Olin and Uris Libraries,
as well as reference materials accessible online. Some titles listed may also be available in
the general stacks. Since it focuses primarily on reference materials, it is necessarily selective.
Searching the Library Catalog and
Find it!: Databases will identify or provide access to far more resources than can be listed here.
Selected General Subject Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
Biographical Dictionary of Twentieth-Century Philosophers
Brown, Stuart, Diané Collinson and Robert Wilkinson, eds.
London; New York: Routledge, 1996
(Olin Ref B104 .B46w 1996 +)
"This substantial reference work provides detailed accounts of the lives, works,
influences and receptions of the most important philosophers of the twentieth century.
Over 1000 entries, covering philosophers from all over the world, offer detailed
biographical and bibliographical information, and analytic accounts of the thought
and critical reception of each figure." (Publisher).
The Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy
Audi, Robert, ed.
Cambridge; New York: Cambridge University Press, 1999.
(Olin Ref B41 .C35x 1999)
Available online through the Library Catalog
"Widely acclaimed as the most authoritative and accessible one-volume dictionary available
in English (and now with translations into Chinese, Korean, Russian, Italian, and Spanish
underway) this second edition offers an even richer, more comprehensive, and more up-to-date
survey of ideas and thinkers written by an international team of 436 contributors. Includes
the most comprehensive entries on major philosophers, 400 new entries including over 50 on
preeminent contemporary philosophers, extensive coverage of rapidly developing fields such
as the philosophy of mind and applied ethics, more entries on non-Western philosophy than
any comparable volume, and increased coverage of Continental philosophy." (Publisher).
The Columbia History of Western Philosophy
Popkin, Richard H., ed.
New York: Columbia University Press, 1999
(Olin Ref B72 .P55x 1999 +, also Uris Ref)
Origins of Western philosophic thinking -- Medieval Islamic and Jewish philosophy --
Medieval Christian philosophy -- The Renaissance -- Seventeenth-century philosophy --
Eighteenth-century philosophy -- Nineteenth-century philosophy --
Twentieth-century analytic philosophy -- Twentieth-century continental philosophy.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
A Companion to the Philosophers
Arrington, Robert L., ed.
Malden, MA: Blackwell Publishers, 1999
(Olin Ref B72 .C595x 1999, also Uris Ref)
Multicultural approach, covering -- African philosophers -- Chinese philosophers
-- European and American philosophers -- Indian philosophers -- Japanese philosophers
-- Islamic and Jewish philosophers. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Dictionary of Continental Philosophy
Protevi, John, ed.
New Haven: Yale University Press, 2006
(Olin Ref B41 .D46 2006)
Over 450 definitions and articles by an international team of specialists. Special care has been
taken to explain complex ideas, methods, and figures.
Dictionary of Modern American Philosophers
Shook, John R. and Richard T. Hull, eds.
4 Vols. Bristol: Thoemmes Continuum, 2005
(Olin Ref B851 .D53 2005)
The Dictionary of Modern American Philosophers, contains 1082 entries by over
500 authors, and provides an account of philosophical thought in the United States and Canada
between 1860 and the present.
Dictionary of Philosophy
Angeles, Peter A.
New York: Barnes and Noble Books, 1981
(Uris stacks B41 .A58)
"This dictionary presents informal and understandable definitions for important
philosophical terms. Emphasis is on terms most commonly covered in beginning philosophy
courses: epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, aesthetics, logic and the philosophies
of religion and politics." (Preface). Includes an index of philosophers.
Dictionary of Philosophy
Runes, Dagobert D., ed.
New York: Philosophical Library, 1983
(Olin Ref B41 .D55 1983 +)
Standard reference work in philosophy, including entries about non-Western philosophical traditions.
A Dictionary of Philosophy
Flew, Antony and Stephen Priest, eds.
London: Pan, 2002.
Available online through the Library Catalog
"The Dictionary of Philosophy can be used as a guidebook to the history of ideas, an
immensely useful handbook for the student of philosophy - or of the many disciplines
touching on philosophy - or for the general reader who needs clarification or definition
of the many terms and names within its scope." (Publisher).
A Dictionary of Philosophy
Lacey, Alan R.
3rd Ed. London: Routledge, 1996
(Olin Ref B41 .L13 1996)
"First published in 1976, the Dictionary of Philosophy has established itself as the best
available text of its kind, explaining often unfamiliar, complicated and diverse terminology.
... The third edition of this bestselling student reference book provides an illuminating and
informed introduction to the key issues, concepts and perspectives of philosophy. The Dictionary
has been thoroughly revised and updated." (Publisher).
A Dictionary of Philosophical Quotations
Ayer, A.J. and Jane O' Grady
Oxford, UK; Cambridge, MA, USA: Blackwell Publishers, 1992
(Olin Ref B21 .D54 1992z)
Includes quotations from over 300 western philosophers.
Directory of American Philosophers
Bahm, Archie J., ed.
Bowling Green, OH: Philosophy Documentation Center, 1962 -
(Olin Ref B935 .D59 +)
Latest volume in Reference
"In its 23rd edition, this directory remains the most comprehensive source of information
on philosophical activity in North America in either print or electronic formats."
(Publisher).
The Edinburgh Encyclopedia of Continental Philosophy
Glendinning, Simon, ed.
Edinburgh: University Press, 1999.
(Olin stacks B804 .E43x 1999 +)
Available online through the Library Catalog
"Provides extensive coverage of all the key thinkers, from Kant, Hegel, and Sartre,
to Derrida and Baudrillard. Its scope is broad, ranging from Classical Idealism
through Existentialism, Phenomenology, and Psychoanalysis, to Structuralism and
Post Structuralism." (Publisher).
Encyclopedia of Aesthetics
Kelly, Michael, ed.
4 Vols. New York: Oxford University Press, 1998
(Olin Ref BH56 .E53x 1998 +)
The Encyclopedia of Aesthetics surveys the full breadth of critical thought on art, culture,
and society--from classical philosophy to contemporary critical theory. It includes cross
references, bibliographies, and an index.
Encyclopedia of Applied Ethics
Chadwick, Ruth, ed.
4 Vols. San Diego, CA: Academic Press, 1998.
(Olin Ref BJ63 .E44x 1998 +)
A multi-disciplinary guide to the application of ethical principles in a wide variety
of areas, including medicine, science, the environment, law, education, politics, business,
media, social services, and society. Among the many specific issues addressed are animal
research, infertility, biodiversity, vegetarianism, capital punishment, jury conduct,
political correctness, gun control, broadcast journalism, disability rights, racism, and
transsexualism. Signed entries are generally lengthy, and provide issue-specific glossaries
as well as secondary references. A number of entries also define ethical theories and
concepts.
Encyclopedia of Classical Philosophy
Zeyl, Donald J., Daniel T. Devereaux and Phillip T. Mitsis, eds.
4 Vols. San Diego, CA: Academic Press, 1998.
(Uris Ref B163 .E53x 1997, also Olin stacks)
"The only encyclopedia in English specific to the field of Classical Philosophy, this work
presents 270 articles on major and minor figures and on topics of importance to the philosophy
of Greek and Roman antiquity." (Publisher).
Encyclopedia of Ethics
Becker Lawrence C. and Charlotte B. Becker, eds.
3 Vols. 2nd ed. New York: Routledge, 2001
(Olin stacks BJ63 .E45x 2001 +)
The Encyclopedia of Ethics provides general, cross disciplinary scope, very theory based.
Articles are signed with lists of references.
Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Borchet, Donald M., ed.
10 Vols. 2nd ed. Detroit: Macmillan Reference USA, 2006
(Olin Ref B51 .E56 2006 +)
Available online through Find it!: Databases, or the Library Catalog
Containing material from hundreds of highly distinguished contributors representing
the world's top universities and institutions, the second edition has a truly global
perspective.
The Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Edwards, Paul, ed.
8 Vols. New York: MacMillan, l967; Suppl. 1996
(Uris Ref B51 E56 +, also Olin stacks and Mann stacks)
The most comprehensive source of philosophical information. The Encyclopedia
discusses Eastern and Western philosophy and deals with ancient, medieval, and
modern philosophy. The work contains nearly 1,500 lengthy articles of value for
the specialist as well as for the beginner.
The Oxford Companion to Philosophy
Honderish, Ted, ed.
2nd ed. Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 2005
(Olin Ref B51 .O94 2005)
Available online through the Library Catalog
"An assembly of 249 distinguished philosophers have contributed to The Oxford Companion
to Philosophy to create the most authoritative and engaging philosophical reference work
in English. It gives clear and reliable guidance to all areas of philosophy and to the
ideas of all notable philosophers from antiquity to the present day. The scope of the
volume is not limited to English-language philosophy: it surveys the foremost philosophy
from all parts of the world. The book covers philosophical topics from animal souls,
arthritis in the thigh, and brain in a vat to Zoroastrianism and vague objects. There
are more than fifty extended entries of 3,000 words on the main areas of philosophy and
the great philosophers." (Publisher).
The Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy
Blackburn, Simon.
2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2005
(Olin Ref B41 B53 2005)
Available online through the Library Catalog
This dictionary is meant to be a "resource for anyone interested in general
intellectual movements." (Preface). It contains definitions to over 3000
philosophical terms and those from related disciplines (theology, physics, psychology,
sociology) "where such terminology is heavily embedded in philosophical discussion."
(Preface). It also includes historical philosophers and scientists whose work brought about
major changes in philosophical thought. The definitions contain extensive cross-references.
Philosophy: A Guide to the Reference Literature
Bynagle, Hans E.
2d ed. Englewood, CO: Libraries Unlimited, 1997
(Olin Ref Z7125 .B97x 1997)
Extensive scope, and critical annotations. Emphasis on English language materials.
Research Guide to Philosophy
Tice, Terrence N. and Thomas P. Slavens
Chicago: American Library Association, 1983
(Olin Ref B52 .T55, also Uris Ref)
Arranged into fourteen historical periods, with an annotated bibliography of bibliographies,
dictionaries, encyclopedias, digests, handbooks, plus indices according to author-titles
and subjects.
Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Craig, Edward, ed.
10 Vols. London; New York: Routledge, 1998
(Olin Ref B51 R68 1998, and the Olin Library Electronic Text Center)
Available online through Find it!: Databases, or the Library Catalog
The Routledge Encyclopedia provides an excellent update to the older Encyclopedia
of Philosophy. The Routledge Encyclopedia's coverage of ethics is noticeably better, making
this a first choice for ethicists. Articles are followed by brief bibliographies. An
excellent resource.
The Online version of the 10-volume Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy can be browsed
by philosophical themes, philosophies, historical periods, and religions. Full text
entries can be searched by keyword, title, contributor, or bibliography.
Vocabulaire Technique et Critique de la Philosophie
Lalande, André
10th ed. Paris: Presses Universitaires de France, 1968
(Olin Ref B49 .L19 V8 1968)
Set of very carefully selected quotations from the works of great classical and modern
philosophers defining their usage, or interpretation, of philosophical terms.
Women Philosophers: a Bio-Critical Source Book
Kersey, Ethel M.
New York: Greenwood Press, 1989
(Uris Ref B105 .W6 K41)
Covers over 150 women philosophers from antiquity to 20th century women born mostly before 1920.
It includes an appendix listing women philosophers by historical period, country, and discipline.
An alphabetized name index is also available.
World Philosophers and Their Works
Roth, John K., Christina J. Moose and Rowena Wildin, eds.
3 Vols. Pasadena, CA: Salem Press, 2000
(Uris Ref B104 .W67x 2000 +)
"World Philosophers and Their Works not only covers Western philosophers—from
the Greeks, including Plato and Aristotle, through modern thinkers such as Paul M. Churchland,
Martin Luther King, Jr., and Annette C. Baier—but also examines philosophical standouts from
Asian and African cultures." (Publisher).
The World's Great Philosophers
Arrington, Robert L., ed.
Malden, MA: Blackwell Publishers, 2003
(Olin stacks B29 .W69x 2003)
"Most of the essays contained in this book were originally published in A Companion to the
Philosophers (Oxford: Blackwell, 1999). Several have been revised, and three ... are new."
(Preface).
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Selected Databases
Academic Search Premier
Available through Find it!: Databases, or the Library Catalog
EBSCO Academic Search Premier provides full text for nearly 4,650 academic multi-disciplinary
serials, including full text for more than 3,600 peer-reviewed titles. PDF backfiles to 1975
or further are available for well over one hundred journals, and searchable cited references
are provided for more than 1,000 titles. This database is updated on a daily basis.
Research Library
Ann Arbor: UMI, 1986- .
Available through Find it!: Databases, or the Library Catalog
Indexes and abstracts an extensive number of periodicals, covering general interest
magazines and scholarly journals in the social sciences, humanities and sciences. Also
included are citations and abstracts to selected television and radio programs. Full text
of many articles is provided.
Philosopher's Index
Available through Find it!: Databases, or the Library Catalog
Provides indexing and abstracts from books and many journals on philosophy and related
interdisciplinary fields published in the U.S. and the Western World. Coverage is from
1940 to the present for U.S. materials, and 1967 to the present for non-U.S. references.
For more databases, see
Find it!: Databases.
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Evaluating Sources
Evaluating the sources you find is a crucial step in the process of library research. The questions
you ask about books, periodical articles, or multimedia sources are similar whether you're looking
at a citation to the item or have the item in hand.
How to Critically Analyze Information Sources lists some of the critical
questions you should ask when you consider the appropriateness of a particular book, article,
media resource, or Web site for your research.
Distinguishing Scholarly from Non-Scholarly Periodicals: A Checklist of Criteria
shows how to evaluate periodicals by looking at their format, intended audience, and appearance.
Evaluating Web Resources lists ways to analyze the web sites you find.
Five Criteria for Evaluating Web Sites offers a table of suggestions.
For additional suggestions specific to Web sites, see
Evaluating Web Sites: Criteria and Tools.
How to Prepare an Annotated Bibliography
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Citing Sources
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APA Citation Style
(American Psychological Association)
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.)
Africana, Hotel, Management, Olin, and Uris Libraries
BF 76.7 .P83x 2001x
(located at the Reference Desks)
Also in ILR and Mann Reference at
BF 76.7 .A51 2001
APA Citation Style (CUL Gateway Help pages)
APA Reference Examples for Electronic Source Materials (Excerpted from the 5th edition
of the Publication Manual)
APAStyle.org (APA's web site)
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MLA Citation Style
(Modern Language Association)
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers
(6th ed.)
Olin and Uris Libraries Z253 .M68 2003
(located at the Reference Desks)
MLA Citation Style (CUL Gateway Help pages)
MLA Style (MLA's web site)
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workshops are offered at
Uris Library,
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EndNote allows you to build your own database of
bibliographic references from a variety of resources, including library catalogs and periodical
indexes. EndNote interfaces with several standard word processing programs and provides direct
connections to resources, making it easy to import references and incorporate them in your
writing. EndNote (or RefWorks) is highly recommended for researchers. EndNote workshops are
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