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Encyclopedia of Twentieth-Century Photography
Call Number: TR642 .E5 2006 [Vol. 1-3], Reference
An Encyclopedia that truly lives up to its name: Its all here - technical subjects; theory; artist bios; Movements; schools; history - If you can name it you can find it here.
The Abrams Encyclopedia of Photography
Call Number: TR9 .P4813 2004, Reference
Smaller in scope but just as comprehensive as the work above. Briefer entries may be useful for those less interested in broader coverage.
Oxford Companion to the Photograph
Call Number: TR9 .O94 2005, Reference or Online
A companion: there to briefly answer your questions.
Photography Encyclopedia
Call Number: TR9 .M39 1999, Reference
This encyclopedia provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of photography.
The Focal Encyclopedia of Photography
Almost completely technical in scope. Extensive articles about the science of Photography.