A book or set of books containing articles on various topics, usually in alphabetical arrangement, covering all branches of knowledge or, less commonly, all aspects of one subject.
General Encylopedias:
Encyclopedia Britannica
Britannica.com includes the complete, updated Encyclopedia Britannica, the oldest and largest general reference in the English language.
Funk & Wagnall's New World Encyclopedia
Over 25,000 entries (with images) on all topic areas. Updated annually.***WIU ID required for off-campus access.***