Research Guides: The Flat Earth and its Advocates: A List of References: Using the Library of Congress
For thousands of years people have known the earth is a sphere, yet, periodically, doubters come forward to challenge the fact. This guide provides links to books and journal articles on the pseudoscientific theory that the earth is a flat disc.
Using the Library of Congress - The Flat Earth and its Advocates: A List of References - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content Library of Congress Research Guides Search this Guide Search Library of CongressResearch GuidesScience & TechnologyThe Flat Earth and its Advocates: A List of ReferencesUsing the Library of Congress The Flat Earth and its Advocates: A List of References IntroductionBooks and Book ChaptersJournal ArticlesUsing the Library of Congress Science & Technical Reports: Ask a Librarian Have a question? Need assistance? Use our online form to ask a librarian for help. Using the Library of Congress Overview Overview Research Centers Reader Identification Card Requesting Materials Ask a Librarian Carol M. Highsmith, photographer. [Main Reading Room. View from above showing researcher desks. Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington, D.C.] 2007. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. The Jefferson Building houses eight centers for research: American Folklife Center (includes Veteran's History Project); African & Middle Eastern; Asian; Children's Literature; European; Hispanic; Main (includes Local History & Genealogy; Microform); Rare Book & Special Collections. The primary function of the Library of Congress is to serve the U.S. Congress. In addition, the Library provides service to government agencies, other libraries, scholars, and the general public. The Library welcomes public use of its general reference facilities and endeavors to offer the widest possible use of its collections consistent with their preservation and with its obligation to serve the Congress and other government agencies. Anyone with a free Reader Identification Card can request books and other materials for use in the Library's research centers (go to the "Reader Identification Card" tab for more information). The links below provide important information for researchers to review prior to visiting the Library of Congress. Frequently Asked Questions for Researchers Hours of Operation and Maps/Locations Accessing Library of Congress Buildings Conduct and Personal Belongings Restrictions Wireless Access at the Library of Congress Research Orientation Classes Library of Congress Research Guides To reach a reference librarian for assistance and direct support, go to the "Ask a Librarian" tab here. It includes a video tutorial about the service. Carol M. Highsmith, photographer. [Exterior view, from corner of Independence Ave. and 2nd St. Library of Congress James Madison Building, Washington, D.C.]. 2007. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division. The Madison Building houses eight centers for research: Geography & Map; Law Library; Manuscript; Newspaper & Current Periodicals; Performing Arts; Prints & Photographs; Recorded Sound; Moving Image. Carol M. Highsmith, photographer. [Exterior view. Library of Congress John Adams Building, Washington, D.C.]. 2007. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division. The Adams Building houses two centers for research: Business and Science. The Library's collections are the largest in the world and represent a wide variety of physical formats and languages. Library of Congress staff are able to help you identify and request materials in twenty-one general and specialized reading rooms. Anyone 16 years or older can come in to use the Library (go to the "Reader Identification Card" tab for more information). Carol M. Highsmith, photographer. Aerial view of Washington, D.C. from the U.S. Capitol Dome, showing two Library of Congress buildings: the Thomas Jefferson Building (left) and the James Madison Building. 2007. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. General Collections Books, pamphlets, journals, newspapers and other serial publications. More about the General Collections Main Reading Room (Jefferson Building) Business (Adams Building) Law Library (Madison Building) Local History & Genealogy (Jefferson Building) Newspaper & Current Periodical (Madison Building) Science & Technology (Adams Building) International Collections More than 470 languages are represented in the Library's global collections. More about the International Collections African & Middle Eastern (Jefferson Building) Asian (Jefferson Building) European (Jefferson Building) Hispanic (Jefferson Building) Special Format Collections Carol M. Highsmith, photographer. [Aerial view from the southwest of the. Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington, D.C.]. 2007. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. Photographs, maps, music, sound, film, manuscripts, and other media. More about the Special Format Collections American Folklife Center (Jefferson Building) Children's Literature (Jefferson Building) Geography & Map (Madison Building) Manuscript (Madison Building) Microform (Jefferson Building) Moving Image (Madison Building) Performing Arts (Madison Building) Prints & Photographs (Madison Building) Rare Book & Special Collections (Jefferson Building) Recorded Sound (Madison Building) Veterans History (Jefferson Building) Users of the Library's research areas, including Computer Catalog Centers, and Copyright Office public service areas are each required to have a Reader Identification Card issued by the Library. Cards are free and can be obtained by completing a registration process and presenting a valid driver's license, state-issued identification card, or passport. Researchers must be 16 and above years of age at time of registration. The following link provides more information on how and where to register and the video tutorial walks you through the process: Reader Registration and Access to Library of Congress Reading Rooms Video Tutorial Pregúntele a un bibliotecario o una bibliotecaria en la Biblioteca del Congreso (Servicio de "Ask a Librarian") You can find and request eligible materials at the Library of Congress by using the Library of Congress Online Catalog. To request materials, you must first register for a Reader Identification Card (view information on previous tab) and then set up your online account. This video demonstrates how to request materials online through the online catalog. Video Tutorial Como pedir materiales en línea en la Biblioteca del Congreso (en español) The Ask a Librarian service provides an easy way to get research assistance online directly from Library of Congress reference librarians. Use the link below to ask a question, and the video tutorial below provides a quick overview of the service. Ask a Librarian service from the Library of Congress Video Tutorial Pregúntele a un bibliotecario o una bibliotecaria en la Biblioteca del Congreso (Servicio de "Ask a Librarian") << Previous: Journal Articles Last Updated: Jul 12, 2022 10:57 AM URL: https://guides.loc.gov/flat-earth Print Page Login to LibApps Subjects: Earth Sciences and Geology, Geography, History, Physics and Astronomy Back to top Hosted by Springshare Library of Congress Legal SpringShare Privacy Policy