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How to find information : a guide for researchers

Rumsey, S.

How to find information : a guide for researchers - 2nd - Buckingham : Open University Press, 2008

Information Information retrieval Research Literature reviews Literature Internet Critical appraisal Evaluation Study skills

ISBN: 0335226310

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Research

Dewey Class. No.: 610.72 RUM

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How to find information : a guide for researchers

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Knowledge and Library Services