How do I locate primary source materials in UC Berkeley Library catalogs and on the World Wide Web?
Two useful guides are available through the Teaching Library: Library Research Using Primary Sources This online guide provides basic information on research with primary source materials, including the wealth of resources found within The Bancroft Library. In addition to information on strategies for searching the Berkeley online catalog and selected databases, the site provides links and information on campus libraries that collect and provide access to primary source materials. Primary Sources on the Web This online guide provides basic information on primary research resources available through the World Wide Web. The site includes links to several important digital collections and databases of historical documents, images, and publications. You may also contact The Bancroft Library with any questions or concerns regarding the use or availability of collections housed at The Bancroft Library.