Books usually provide more extensive information on a topic. Scholarly books that are edited volumes generally consist of a collection of chapters by different authors, each of whom addresses a specific aspect of the book's broader focus. (Look for an "editor" in the book's description.)
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To find books use Rowan's Library Search and limit the material type to Books. You can do this either from the Advanced Search page (use the Material Type drop-down menu on the right) or from a search results page (use the Resource Type limiter).
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