The sources on the following pages provide overviews of ideas, people, and branches of study in the history of science and its connections to royal and noble courts. These sources are a quick way to find out the basic facts and understand current points of debate.
When using an article in an encyclopedia or handbook, always check the bibliography for further reading at the end of the article. It will provide a selective list of the books, articles, and, frequently, Web resources considered to be the most up-to-date and reliable.