This guide is designed to help you find fundamental resources for research in the area of philosophy. The resources here are by no means comprehensive, but they will help you achieve a sound start to your work. The research process is often nonlinear and you will probably find yourself returning to certain steps and certain resources over and over. Explore, ask questions, find information.

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In philosophical research, you are entering into an existing conversation and making a specific argument. Our research guide on academic arguments can help you tell the difference between the types of research writing. 

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