Encyclopedias & Bibliographies
For reference and quick lookup, a representative sampling of books available in the library:
- Encyclopedia of Chicago (2004) This link opens in a new window
- Chicago Neighborhood BibliographyFrom the Newberry Library
- University of Chicago BibliographyAn introduction to publications from our Special Collections Research Center.
- Other Reference Books on ChicagoA bibliography of sources from Regenstein in Refworks.
Local Community Fact Books
- Community Area Names and NumbersCity of Chicago map.
Chicago's fact books contains data on 77 community areas in the city. Most of the data is compiled from census tract tabulations and other surveys run by local agencies. It is a local community project that traces the historical growth and social environment of Chicago. Hyde Park is community area 41.
Subject Guide
Nancy Spiegel
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