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Below are recommended dictionaries and encyclopedias in the field of sociology.

A dictionary of sociology by edited by John Scott and Gordon Marshall
Call Number: REF.HM425.D57352005
Shelved at Galvin Reference
International encyclopedia of the social sciences by William A. Darity, Jr., editor in chief
Call Number: online
This encyclopedia is online (click on the title). It is also in the library in Galvin Reference. The call number is REF.H40.A2I52008.
21st century sociology: a reference handbook by edited by Clifton D. Bryant, Dennis L. Peck
Call Number: REF.HM585.A132007
Shelved at Galvin Reference. Also available online in the Sage eReference collection.
Encyclopedia of sociology by Edgar F. Borgatta, editor
Call Number: REF.HM425.E52000
Shelved at Galvin Reference