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History: 79-381 Petrocultures: How Oil Changed the World: Background
Sometimes you may need some information to get more familiar with your topic. Below are some materials that can provide background on topics in environmental history.
(Carnegie Mellon users only) Online editions of many reference books. See especially the CQ Almanac (1945-present), a compiliation of congressional actions, legistation, and issues. Also CQ Researcher original, nonpartisan reports on issues.
