HIST 12A Transnational Migration (Gomez): Background Information

At the beginning of the research process, it's very useful to get an overview of your topic. Encyclopedias, dictionaries and other reference sources are a great way to get started and to find background information on your topic from various perspectives.

Reference Sources

These books are considered tertiary sources and do not count as one of your secondary sources. However, they can be great tools for getting a handle on a topic and getting suggestions for other sources.