Introduction to Reference Sources in the Health Sciences

Abstract

Ten years ago, when the second edition of this volume was published, AIDS was just surfacing as a major health problem, the Internet was unheard of, no one knew what a virtual library was, and the Cold War seemed destined remain a disruptive international force. Remarkably stable, however, have been the contents of this important volume. The third edition of Introduction Reference Sources in the Health Sciences has added the second edition when needed, while retaining the important elements that have made this volume such a unique information source. This handy guide's primary purpose is to discuss various types of reference and information sources and their use in reference work in the health sciences, regardless of format, with an emphasis on US publications and libraries. As expected, the major change between the second and third editions is the inclusion of information on electronic sources. The topics cover