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Online Reference Sources

The Oxford Companion to Philosophy
An in-depth philosophical reference work furnishes clear and reliable guidance on the ideas of philosophers, ranging from antiquity to the present day, and the major philosophical systems around the globe.
An Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Presents a broad survey of philosophical thought; each chapter explores, and places in context, a major area of philosophical enquiry - including the theory of meaning and of truth, the theory of knowledge, the philosophies of mathematics, science and metaphysics, the philosophy of mind, moral and political philosophy, aesthetics, and religion

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
A comprehensive, freely available online encyclopedia produced by Stanford University.

International Directory of Philosophy This link opens in a new window
Contains information on university philosophy departments, professional associations, societies, research centers, journals, and philosophy publishers in the U.S., Canada, and over 130 other countries. The database also includes current contact addresses and other available information for over 31,000 philosophers.

Other Useful Books

Loeb Classical Library This link opens in a new window
A digital version of the Loeb Classical Library, founded by James Loeb in 1911. Offers introductions, texts, and translations of ancient Greek and Latin writings, covering most
major classical authors. The collection contains more than 500 volumes spanning from Homer (700 BCE) to Bede (700 CE).

Call Numbers for Philosophy Books

Most books pertaining to Philosophy are located at the Fenwick library and can be found in the following call number area(s):

B: Philosophy (General)
BC: Logic
BD: Speculative Philosophy
BF: Psychology
BH: Aesthetics
BJ: Ethics
BL: Religions; Mythology; Rationalism