Why books?
Books may be useful when you want focused in-depth information about a subject. Though the depth to which a book covers your topic may vary, a book often provides a more in-depth picture of what you are researching.
Search the Catalog
Begin your research by seeing if there are any library books, e-books, or DVDs about your topic.
Search the Library Catalog
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NOTE: In general, books about Chicano history and culture can be found on the library shelves in the following sections: E184 U.S. immigration, minority groups, race relations |
Tips for seaching the catalog:
- USE simple words or phrases, like "mexican americans"
- AVOID typing in long phrases. (See what happens when you type in "What are some developments in gene therapy research?")
- Find books at a specific campus by clicking
. - Or request books from another campus by clicking
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Keywords & Subject Headings
Search for information using keywords and subject headings. Some suggested keywords specific to Mexican-American history and culture are below. Click on the links to search these topics in the catalog.
Hint: You can use the same keywords to find articles in our periodical databases.
Google E-books
If you can't find a specific book in the library, try searching Google's ebook collection. It sometimes offers previews or full access to various ebooks online.
- Google BooksHas book previews and full views of select books. Search for a topic and use the Advanced Search to limit to titles with "Full View Only".