The titles cited below are only a representative sample of many specialized reference books that are available in the library. Our reference titles are located on the second (main) floor of the library. Items with the location "Reference Desk" are located on the shelves behind the librarians at the reference desk.
Encyclopedia of Women and American Politics by 
The Presidents, First Ladies, and Vice Presidents by 
Prominent Women of the 20th Century by 
The American President by
Remarkable and comprehensive, this single-volume reference offers a fascinating glimpse into the American presidency and its continuing evolution. It's organized chronologically and contains detailed personal and political profiles of each president, official portraits, timelines for every term, intriguing facts and stats, and much more. Readable, rigorously researched, and completely revised and updated to include the 2012 campaign and election, The American President paints a vibrant portrait of the highest office in the land.
Chronology of the U.S. Presidency by
This engaging and authoritative four-volume resource offers fascinating portrayals of the 44 men who have achieved the ultimate seat of power in the United States--the presidency. * 44 chapters, one for each chief executive of the United States, covering their lives before, during, and when relevant, after their time in office * 35 contributors, each an accomplished scholar on the president whose life they portray * Primary documents section in every chapter, including State of the Union addresses, proclamations, famous memos, legislation, and more * A chronology of key events for each president * Bibliographies for each chapter, plus a cumulative bibliography at the end
The Obama Victory: How media money and message shaped the 2008 election. by 
Partisan Gerrymandering and the Construction of American Democracy by 
The Politics of Rage by