History 101: Foundations of Western Civilization (Ancient History Unit) - Library Research Guide and Bibliography

• Reference Resources
• Bibliographies and Guides to Historical Literature
• Biographical Resources
• Dictionaries and Encyclopedias
• Geographical Resources, Maps and Atlases
• Indexes/Databases for Locating Periodical Literature
• Internet and Electronic Resources
• Web Sites

The American Historical Association's Guide to Historical Literature / general editor, Mary Beth Norton; associate editor, Pamela Gerardi. - New York: Oxford University Press, 1995. - 2 v.; 27 cm. - Call Number: REF D20.A64

Carefully selected books and articles covering all major topic areas in historical research. Not intended to be exhaustive; instead the editors emphasize the best and most important works published for each subject area, concentrating on writings published between 1961 and 1992. All entries contain brief, useful annotations. Should be supplemented with a search in the Book Reviews section of the American Historical Review and other journals for the period after 1992.

The Cambridge Ancient History / edited by John Boardman ... [et al]. - 2nd ed. - London ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1982- . - v. : ill., maps ; 24 cm. - Includes bibliographies and indexes. - Call Number: REF D57.C251

First-rate multi-volume narrative history of the ancient world written by subject specialists. Does an excellent job of synthesizing recent scholarship, and each volume contains a useful bibliography.

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Biographical Resources

Biography Reference Bank

This full-text database contains Over 110,000 biographical essays for historical and contemporary figures. The essays vary in length and quality, but most include substantial detail and a selected bibliography. Several entires also contain links to related resources (e.g., articles about the subject). Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

Dictionary of World Biography / Frank N. Magill, editor; Christina J. Moose, managing editor; Alison Aves, researcher and bibliographer. - Chicago : Fitzroy Dearborn Publishers ; Pasadena : Salem Press, 1998- . - v. : ill. ; 29 cm. - Includes bibliographical references and indexes. - Call Number: REF CT104.D54

Volumes 1 of this series covers the Ancient World (261 essays). Essays range in length from 2,000 to 3,000 words and include brief treatments of each subject's early life followed by expanded coverage of his or her career. Each biographical sketch concludes with an overview of the person's place in history and a selective annotated bibliography.

The Oxford Classical Dictionary / edited by Simon Hornblower and Antony Spawforth. - Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 1996. - liv, 1640 p. ; 26 cm. - Includes bibliographical references. - Call Number: REF DE5.O9

Who Was Who In Classical Mythology / Michael Grant and John Hazel. - New York : Oxford University Press, 1993. - 227 p. [12] p. of plates : ill. ; 28 cm. - Includes index. - Bibliography: p. [224]-227. - Call Number: REF DF208.W48

Who Was Who In The Greek World, 776 BC-30 BC / edited by Diana Bowder. - Ithaca, N.Y.: Cornell University Press, 1982. - x, 367 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - Originally published: London : Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1973. - Call Number: REF BL715.G68

Who's Who In The Ancient World: A Handbook To The Survivors Of The Greek And Roman Classics / Selected with an introduction by Betty Radice. - [Harmondsworth; Baltimore] Penguin Books [1973]. - 335 p. illus. 20 cm. - Bibliography: p. 45-[46]. - Call Number: REF DE7.R33

Who's Who in the Roman World / John Hazel. - London ; New York : Routledge, 2001. - 365 p. : maps ; 24 cm. - - Call Number: REF DG203.H39

Women of Classical Mythology [electronic resource] : a biographical dictionary / Robert E. Bell. - Santa Barbara, Calif.: ABC-CLIO, c1991. - xii, 462 p. ; 27 cm. - Call Number: ONLINE

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Dictionaries and Encyclopedias

Britannica Online

Excellent starting point for research provides concise articles (with hyperlinked cross-references). Lengthier articles may also contain short bibliographies. Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

The Cambridge Dictionary of Classical Civilization / edited by Graham Shipley ... [et al.] ; advisory editors Susanna Braund ... [et al.]. - Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2006. - xliv, 966 p. : ill., maps, ports. ; 26 cm. - Includes bibliographical references. - Call Number: REF DE5.C28

One-volume reference contains "almost 1,700 signed articles treating the ancient Greek and Roman worlds, along with neighboring cultures such as the Celts, Persians, and North Africans, up to the fifth century CE. The list of more than 150 contributors includes noted experts. Although there is no index, a classified list of headwords aids the reader in locating related topics, as do numerous see also references, cleverly marked by an Egyptian eye hieroglyph. Athenian owl and Roman arch icons help users to quickly locate the Greek or Roman aspects of topics." [Choice]

Civilizations of the Ancient Near East / Jack M. Sasson, editor in chief; John Baines, Gary Beckman, Karen S. Robinson, associate editors. - New York, NY: Scribner, 1995- . - 4 v. (xxxii, 2966 p.) : ill., maps (some col.) ; 28 cm. - Includes bibliographical references and indexes. - Call Number: REF DS57.C55

One of the more recent comprehensive surveys of ancient Near East scholarship. Lengthy essays cover all major topic areas, and all entries include helpful bibliographies. An excellent tool for research topic development.

Dictionary of Classical Antiquities

Online version of an 1894 German reference work written by Oskar Seyffert. Contains over 2,600 entries. Although the scholarship is dated, the book is still very useful as a reference for mythological figures. One of several volumes available from the Ancient Library's Bookshelf of full-text resources in the public domain.

Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece / Nigel Wilson, editor. - New York: Routledge, 2006. - xxvii, 800 p. ; 29 cm. - Includes bibliographical references and indexes. - Call Number: REF DF16.E52

This one-volume encyclopedia covers both "the traditional 'classical' Greek period (Homer through Alexander the Great) and subject matter through the fourth century CE. The work contains lists of alphabetical entries, thematic entries, and a chronology of individuals. Greek name forms that entered English from Latin have been retained, with some exceptions. Greek names transliterated into English start roughly at 565 CE (Justinian I's death). Each entry has its own bibliography." [Choice]

Encyclopedia of Archaeology: History and Discoveries / edited by Tim Murray. - Santa Barbara, Calif.: ABC-CLIO, c2001. - 3 vols. : ill. ; 25 cm. - Includes bibliographical references. - Call Number: REF CC100.E54

This collection covers major archeological sites and is worldwide in scope.

Encyclopedia of the Ancient Greek World, Revised Edition / David Sacks; historical consultant Oswyn Murray; revised by Lisa R. Brody. - New York: Facts on File, 2005. - xiii, 412 p. : ill. ; 29 cm. - Includes bibliographical references (p. 376-381) and index. - Call Number: REF DF16.S23

Modest one-volume reference on ancient Greece covers over 1,000 topics in entries ranging from 300 to 1,000 words, with cross-references. Topics include real and mythological figures, cities, regions, and institutions; a small selection of maps and drawings supplement the text, along with a brief bibliography at the end. Not the best resource of its kind, but still helpful for undergraduate courses.

Encyclopedia of the Ancient World / editor, Thomas J. Sienkewicz. - Pasadena, Calif.: Salem Press, 2002. - 3 v. : ill., maps ; 26 cm. - Includes bibliographical references and indexes. - Call Number: REF CB311.E54

In addition to Greece, this three-volume reference also covers Rome, Egypt, Meso-America, Africa, and the Far East, covering the period up to about 700 C.E.. Introductory essays provide overviews of 26 major subject themes (e.g., art and architecture, death and burial, science, war and weapons, etc.), and the remainder of the set contains 1,169 articles ranging from 250 to 2,500 words. The encyclopedia also includes a time line, pronunciation guides, a glossary, and indexes to people and subjects. A good reference and a good starting point for research topic development.

Facts on File Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend / Anthony S. Mercatante. - New York : Facts on File, c1988. - xviii, 807 p. : ill. ; 29 cm. - Includes indexes. - Bibliography: p. 699-715. - Call Number: REF BL303.M45

Handbook to Life in Ancient Greece / Lesley Adkins and Roy A. Adkins. - New York: Facts On File, 1997. - viii, 472 p. : ill., maps ; 25 cm. - Includes bibliographical references (p. 427-439) and index. - Call Number: REF DF77.A35

Ten thematic chapters cover a wide range of topics, including rulers and leaders, military affairs, geography, written and archaeological evidence, religion and mythology, and more. Each chapter contains a useful bibliography. Over 180 maps, photographs, and line drawings supplement the text.

The Oxford Classical Dictionary. 3rd ed. / edited by Simon Hornblower and Antony Spawforth. - Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1996. - 1,640 p. ; 26 cm. - Includes bibliographical references. - Call Number: REF DE5.O9

Excellent one-volume reference work on the Classical world includes over 6,000 entries covering people, places, works, institutions, and a wide variety of topics (e.g., mathematics, medicine, music, etc.) bearing on the history of ancient Greece and Rome. The essays, which range from a single paragraph to several pages depending on the subject, are informed by recent scholarship and archaeological findings. Most entries contain bibliographic or textual references. Note: The Oxford Companion to Classical Civilization (Call Number: REF DE5.O94) is a shortened version of the Dictionary, with fewer entries, larger print, and illustrations.

The Oxford Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt / Donald B. Redford, editor in chief. - Oxford ; New York: Oxford University Press, 2001. - 3 v. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 29 cm. - Includes bibliographical references and index. - Call Number: REF DT58.O94

Up-to-date reference work covers the history of ancient Egypt through the Islamic conquest of A.D. 642. A good tool for identifying research topics and relevant sources.

The Oxford Encyclopedia of Archaeology in the Near East / prepared under the auspices of the American Schools of Oriental Research ; Eric M. Meyers, editor in chief. - New York: Oxford University Press, 1997. - 5 v. : ill., maps ; 29 cm. - Includes bibliographical references, and index in v. 5. - Call Number: REF DS56.O9

Focuses on the physical evidence illustrating life in the ancient world. Many entries include good maps and other illustrations, and lengthier bibliographies than are found in other encyclopedias.

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Geographical Resources, Maps and Atlases

Atlas of Classical Archaeology / edited by M. I. Finley. - New York : McGraw-Hill, c1977. - 256 p. : ill., maps (some col.) ; 29 cm. - Includes index. - Call Number: REF G1046.E15A8

Atlas of the Classical World / Edited by A. A. M. van der Heyden and H. H. Scullard. - [London, New York] Nelson 1959 [i.e. 1960] - 221 p. illus., col. maps (1 fold.) cm. - Call Number: REF DE29.H463

Atlas of the Greek and Roman World in Antiquity / Nicholas G.L. Hammond, editor-in-chief. - Park Ridge, N.J.: Noyes Press, 1981. - viii, [30], 56 p. : 46 col. maps ; 41 cm. - Includes gazetteer and index. - Call Number: REF G1033.A84

Atlas of the Greek World / by Peter Levi. - New York, N.Y.: Facts on File, c1980. - 239 p. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 31 cm. - Bibliography: p. 227-228. - Includes index. - Call Number: REF DF77.L43

Facts On File (Historical Maps)

The Facts On File database includes a useful selection of online historical maps, featuring several that cover the period from antiquity to the sixteenth century. From the opening screen, select "Curriculum Resources > Curriculum Resource Center > Maps > Historical Maps" to browse the collection. Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

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Indexes/Databases for Locating Periodical Literature

Academic Search Premier

Full-text database contains periodical literature for a wide variety of subject areas. It is recommended you include the expression "su history" when searching the database to obtain focused results. Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

Arts and Humanities Search

Bibliographic database contains over 2.5 million citations to periodical literature in arts and humanities fields, including ancient history. Please note that online access to this database is available only in the Library.

Humanities Index (part of the Wilson OmniFile database)

Excellent bibliographic and full-text index covers history and related fields in the humanities. From the opening screen, select "Humanities" from the Subject Area window near the bottom right corner before entering search terms. Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

JSTOR

The JSTOR electronic journal archive includes full-text backfiles for several major scholarly journals in African studies, archaeology, Asian studies, Classical studies, history, history of science, Latin American studies, Middle Eastern studies, and several other disciplines related to history. The collection can be searched or browsed. From the openning screen, select appropriate subject collections from the list of disciplines before entering your search terms. Please note that online access to this database is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.

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Internet and Electronic Resources: Web Sites

Classical Myth: The Ancient Sources

"This site is designed to draw together the ancient texts and images available on the Web concerning the major figures of Greek and Roman mythology. We were most interested in bringing together the ancient sources and illustrations, but have included some Renaissance images that were just too good to leave out." Maintained by Laurel Bowman, Department of Greek and Roman Studies, University of Victoria.
http://web.uvic.ca/grs/bowman/myth/

Classical Mythology

Site maintained by Dr. Robin Mitchell-Boyask, Department of Greek, Hebrew and Roman Classics, Temple University, is a resource for courses in Classical Mythology. Simple organization provides pathways to a variety of online sources on mythological figures.
http://www.temple.edu/classics/mythdirectory.html

Classical Myths and Legends (University of Florida - George A. Smathers Libraries)

Easy-to-use directory of mythical and legendary figures maintained by Prof. Robert H. Canary, University of Wisconsin-Parkside.
http://oldweb.uwp.edu/academic/english/canary/gods.htm

Classics Collections Page (University of Florida - George A. Smathers Libraries)

This site contains an excellent selection of links to resources useful for Classical studies. Organized into a series of directories covering such things as subject guides, databases, etexts, journals, Greek and Roman history, art and archaeology, Classical mythology, ancient philosophy, and more.
http://web.uflib.ufl.edu/cm/classics/

Diotima: Materials for the Study of Women and Gender in the Ancient World

Launched in 1995, Diotima aims to be a comprehensive source of information and resources for the study of gender in antiquity. Far more than just a list of links, the site now includes maintained and updated, Diotima includes bibliographies, course materials, paths to a large number of image files, and an anthology with recent translations and full texts of essays. Maintained by Classical scholars at the University of Kentucky.
http://www.stoa.org/diotima/

Encyclopedia Mythica

Global coverage of mythology, now includes over 7,000 articles.
http://www.pantheon.org/

Greek Mythology Link

Very large but well-organized site contains an abundance of materials on Greek mythology. Major sections include Biographies, Places and People, a Catalog of Images, and a Dictionary. Over 1,400 pages and over 6,000 images populate the site.
http://homepage.mac.com/cparada/GML/

A Hellenistic Bibliography

This page provides access to a series of bibliographies on postclassical Greek poetry and its influence, compiled from a database which now contains ca. 7500 records. Compiled and maintained by Martijn Cuypers, Department of Classics, University of Leiden.
http://www.gltc.leidenuniv.nl/index.php3?m=57&c=86

Perseus Digital Library

Digital library of resources for the study of the ancient world. Originally begun with coverage of the Archaic and Classical Greek world, has now expanded to Latin text and tools, Renaissance materials, and Papyri. Contains hundreds of texts by the major ancient authors and lexica and morphological databases and catalog entries for over 2,800 vases, sculptures, coins, buildings, and sites, including over 13,000 photographs of such objects.
http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/