LibGuides v.2: ENG 1105: Controversial Issue Assignment: Find Books

Using Books in your Research

Books and eBooks can be valuable assets in research. Due to their length and how long they take to publish, they will not be the first resources available on certain topics such as recent events or new research. For example, books on the 2016 election were not available days after the election while newspapers, magazines and articles were published within days or hours.

Some positive aspects of using books for research include that they are reviewed by a publisher, their length allows them to be very detailed about a topic and they may include an index to help the reader navigate to relevant parts. eBooks in particular can be very valuable because you can use a search box to find exact search terms and you can click to the exact pages you need.

Using Books in Research - LibGuide
This LibGuide describes the parts of a book and how to use them for research. The Evaluation Criteria tab can assist in determining if a specific book will be useful.

Suggested Print Books

Below is a list of a few suggested books about timely controversial issues. For additional topics, use the Catalog to search below:

The Affordable Care Act by Purva Rawal
ISBN: 9781440834424
Publication Date: 2016-01-18
This is the first reference book to provide a detailed assessment of the Affordable Care Act, explaining the realities and myths surrounding one of the most divisive political struggles in recent U.S. history. Provides an evidence-based examination of dozens of the most prominent claims about the Affordable Care Act
Substance Use Problems by Mitch Earleywine
ISBN: 9780889374164
Publication Date: 2016-04-30
A fully updated new edition of the popular text that separates the facts from the myths about drug and substance use and provides practical, evidence-based guidance on dealing with them.
Drug Legalization by Noël Merino (Editor)
ISBN: 9780737772159
Publication Date: 2015-03-10
This anthology is composed of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities on drug legalization. Leading conservative, liberal, and centrist views are represented, introducing your readers to the broadest possible spectrum of opinions on the topic. Each chapter asks a pertinent question about the topic, and the viewpoints that follow are grouped into "yes" and "no" categories.