Most reference resources are considered "tertiary" souce materials. These books and websites provide background information and an overview and analysis of a subject or concept/ Unlike a secondary source book or journal article, tertiary sources are not intended to be read in their entirety. Instead, they are most often used to clarify terms and concepts about a topic.Tertiary sources include:
*Also considered secondary
Reference database that contains full-text subject encyclopedias, reference works, dictionaries, and handbooks in all disciplines.
Encyclopedia of American Government and Civics by 
Encyclopedia of American Parties, Campaigns, and Elections by 
Encyclopedia of Democracy by 
The Princeton Encyclopedia of American Political History by Savannah State University 2200 Tompkins Rd Savannah, GA 31404 Phone: (912) 358-4324 Reference Text Line: (912) 226-2479
