The Library Catalog allows you to search for books, government documents, DVDs, electronic books, and other materials in the Library's collection.
When exploring the library shelves for resources in Political Science, shelf surfing proves to be an invaluable method for uncovering books that may not be immediately apparent in the catalog. Familiarizing yourself with the classification system can greatly enhance your search for materials on the diverse aspects of political science. Below are call numbers sorted by subject, guiding you to the sections where books on various aspects of political science can be found:
Political Theory and General Political Science: Books covering general political theory and the broader field of political science can typically be found under call numbers starting with JA through JF. Specifically:
JA: Political science (General).
JC: Political theory.
JF: Political institutions and public administration.
Government and Politics by Region: Works focusing on the politics and government of specific regions, countries, or continents are usually classified under call numbers starting with JG through JL and JQ. Specifically:
JG: Political geography.
JH: Political institutions and public administration (Asia, Africa, Australia, Pacific Area, etc.).
JJ: Political institutions and public administration (North America).
JK: Political institutions and public administration (United States).
JL: Political institutions and public administration (Canada, Latin America, etc.).
JQ: Political institutions and public administration (Europe).
By utilizing these call numbers and understanding the subject classifications, you can effectively navigate the library shelves to discover a rich array of literature covering various aspects of political science, from theoretical perspectives to in-depth analyses of political systems and institutions across different regions and countries.
Should you wish to discover additional titles in the field of Political Science.
Below is a small sample of book titles on political science topics that can be found through the FAU Libraries.
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