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Database Spotlight: Readex

Do you need to find Primary Sources?  You've found the perfect resource! Readex provides a powerful platform for accessing a vast archive of news, historical documents, and other valuable resources. Readex is crucial for researchers, students, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our world.

It’s ideal for:

• Historical Research: Readex is perfect for finding primary source materials related to specific historical events, periods, and individuals.
• Current Event Research: Find up-to-date news articles from a variety of sources, providing diverse perspectives on current events.
• Regional and Local History Research: Explore local newspapers and historical documents to uncover the history of specific communities.
• Political and Social Science Research: Analyze news coverage and historical documents to understand political and social trends.
• Cultural Studies Research: Examine historical periodicals and newspapers to explore cultural trends and societal values.
• Legal and Governmental Research: Access government documents and legal records for research and analysis
• Genealogical Research: Access historical newspapers and other records to trace family history and uncover genealogical information.

In short: Readex provides digitized newspapers, government documents, historical periods, and other primary source materials, allowing users to explore a wide range of topics and perspectives.

Readex can be useful in the following A&M University subjects--or any time you have been asked to use Primary Sources:

• History
• Political Science
• Liberal Studies
• Journalism
• Sociology
• Anthropology

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