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How to do Research: Additional Resources in RI, Suggested Reference Works
National Survey of State Laws
call no: Reference Desk KF386.N38 1999
Examines thirty-six controversial topics. Each section offers a narrative overview
followed by detailed tables outlining each state's laws on the activities described.
Statistical Abstract of the United States
call no: Reference Desk HA 202 .S8 (latest year)
Provides a compilation of tabular data from a wealth of federal government and private
publications. These statistics reflect social, political and economic trends. A
detailed subject index to the table numbers is offered.
Statistics on Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Use
call no: Reference Area HV 5292 .S73 1996
Presents tabular and graphic representations that examine substance abuse patterns
in the United States. Accompanying commentaries analyze the data. An extensive introduction,
glossary and subject index are provided.
Statistics on Crime and Punishment
call no: Reference HV 6787 .S73 1996
Includes historical, demographic, and geographic views of crime trends in the U.S.
Patterns of criminal arrest, convictions and sentencing are also provided. Commentaries
summarize the statistical details. A useful introduction, glossary and subject index
are included.
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