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General reference resources, like encyclopedias and dictionaries, can be useful to gather background information and develop an overall understanding of the topic. Refer to the Books Page of this Guide for help searching for additional books/general reference materials.
Some potentially useful databases for locating philosophy-related articles have been listed. This list is based on the library's current subscriptions. Contact the subject librarian to discuss other potential avenues for research if a particular database is needed that the UT Tyler Library does not currently subscribe to.
Are you unfamiliar with your topic or unsure which subject area it falls under?
Start with Swoop Search
Results will include books, journal articles, newspaper articles, theses, dissertations, book reviews, and more!
The results screen contains additional filters to narrow down your choices.
Select Advanced Search (under the box) for a more targeted search across multiple types of resources.
Are you already familiar with your topic or looking for a specific citation?
Databases by Title or Journals by Title links go straight to those resources.
The Research Guides by Subject link takes you to a topical list of guides that provide suggestions and resources in over 40 subject areas.