Background sources such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, and bibliographies can be a great starting point for research. They can help you to become more familiar with the vocabulary/terminology surrounding your topic, to gain a better understanding of the basics, and may provide listings of further literature to get you started.
A Dictionary of Environment and Conservation
Oxford Dictionary of Ecology
Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology
Environmental Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology
Encyclopedia of Environmental Ethics and Philosophy
Encyclopedia of Environmental Science and Engineering
Encyclopedia of World Environmental History
Indigenous Peoples and Environmental Issues
The Oxford Companion to Global ChangeThese annotated bibliographies can provide a great starting point for diving into the literature on a topic, including general background sources, books, journals and other publications.
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