The Viva Facts On File Guide to Research is a comprehensive guide to conducting accurate research. It includes detailed lists of available resources and explains general research methods and proper citation style for sources. An invaluable reference, this book helps researcheers make use of the many new resources available today. It is divided into four easy to use sections • Researching your topic contains a step by step guide to the research process, with information on developing a subject and planning research, gathering information, and evaluating sources • Finding sources of Information explains how to find, acess, and use a number of different sources, from indexes to government agencies and newspapers, from online and electronic services to radio and television About Author: Jeff Lenburg is an award winning author of 14 popular nonfictiokn books, including celebrity biographies and entertainment histories. In addition, he teaches coureses and workshops on research and writing and is a part time faculty member at Arizona state University West.