Encyclopedias
contain factual articles on many subjects.
There are two
types of encyclopedias -- general and subject. General encyclopedias
provide overviews on a wide variety of topics. Subject encyclopedias
contain entries focusing on one field of study.
Use
an Encyclopedia
when looking
for background information on a topic
when trying
to find key ideas, important dates or concepts
Examples
Encyclopedia
of Major Marketing Campaigns (subject encyclopedia)
