Guide to searching the PAB (Periodical Article Bibliography)

The PAB identifies articles in journals that may not actually be owned by the Centre for Newfoundland Studies. If there isn't a link to library holdings in a record, search the journal title in the Library Catalogue. If the journal does not appear to be in the library system, check with CNS staff on the 3rd floor of the QEII Library or click on Ask a Newfoundland Question to ask for help.

Always click on Full Details for MUN Library holdings information and internet access.

Since the province is the focus of this database, the word "Newfoundland" is not necessary when searching on a topic.

If searching Labrador topics however, include the word "Labrador" in your search strategy. E.g. Search subject: botany and Labrador

Use the dollar sign ($) to truncate words. E.g. fish$ finds fish, fishes, fishing, etc.

Boolean operators such as "and", "or", and "not" can be used to combine terms. Use "and" to combine different concepts or to narrow searches. E.g. (native peoples) and language. Use "or" to expand searches or to find synonyms. E.g. (irish or celtic$ or gaelic)

Before you print, save or e-mail information from the PAB, you must select the titles you want by clicking the Keep box. Select Print /Email from the top or bottom of the screen and then choose the appropriate buttons to Print, Save or E-mail.


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September 12, 2008