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Oxford Bibliographies
Start your research with this collection of annotated bibliographies. Each provides a brief overview of a topic, followed by a list of recommended books, articles, and other sources. From Anthropocene (Anthropology) to the Zaydiyya (Islamic Studies), get connected to key scholarship and primary sources to support your research.
Annual Reviews
Get started with your research by taking a look at review articles. Articles in journals such as Annual Review of Anthropology take a comprehensive look at the published research on a topic, and often point the way towards future research.

The International Encyclopedia of Anthropology by Hilary Callan
Publication Date: 2018, updated continuously

Contains overview articles of major concepts, research, and techniques in anthropology. Sample topics include "digital anthropology," "archaeology and paleoanthropology," and "health, illness, and health care."

Anthropology Plus
Combines two key databases for anthropology: the Royal Anthropological Institute's Anthropological Index and Harvard University's Anthropological Literature. Broad coverage from early 19th century to present.
International Bibliography of the Social Sciences (IBSS) (ProQuest)
Search millions of journal articles and selected books in this interdisciplinary database. Especially strong in anthropology, economics, political science and sociology. 1951-present.
Politics Collection
Cross-search a collection of four databases covering the international literature in political science and public administration/policy: Worldwide Political Science Abstracts (WPSA), PAIS Index, PolicyFile, and ProQuest's Politics Database.
Women's Studies International (EBSCO)
Scholarly journals, newspapers, books, and other materials on topics related to womens studies, gender studies, and feminist research. Coverage: 1972 - present.

Find more databases on our Databases A to Z list, searchable by subject.

Middle East & African Newsstream (ProQuest)
Current news from the Middle East and Africa. Sources include The Jerusalem Post, the Gulf Daily News, Kuwait Times, Cape Times, and Yemen Times, among many others.
ProQuest News & Newspapers
Search across contemporary and historical news sources. This cross-search contains multiple databases, which can be searched individually or in combination.
New York Times Digital Edition

Free access to The New York Times website. The Library's academic site license include access through mobile apps. More information and directions for setting up and renewing your academic account.
Wall Street Journal
Free access to The Wall Street Journal website. Brandeis University students, faculty, and staff can access The Wall Street Journal through our University-wide academic site license. More information and directions for setting up and renewing your academic account.