Central Reference and Bibliographical Сollection

Central Collection of Reference and Bibliography, which structure consists of universal and sector-specific subfunds (sections), contains a large collection of bibliographical guides in Russian language, languages of the peoples of Russia and foreign languages (except Eastern ones). It also contains modern abstract editions, domestic and foreign encyclopedias, dictionaries (terminological, linguistic and regional geographical, biographical, bibliographical), directories, guides, calendars. This rich collection is represented in a variety of media, such as printed publications (books and serials), microfiches, digital publications and databases.

Referential, current and retrospective bibliographic publications, which are not included in the collection, can be found in The Central Main Collection and such special collections as:

• Rare and Valuable Books
• Manuscripts
• Cartographic Publications
• Visual Art Publications
• Newspapers
• Military Literature
• Russian Literature Abroad
• Literature on Library Science and Bibliography
• Literature in Oriental Languages
• Music Publications and Audio Records
• Public State and Regulatory Publications
• Digital Library of the RSL