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Non-Fiction

Dewey or Don't We?

 We use the Dewey Decimal System to organize non-fiction titles. This system groups
 similar subjects together by number, which are located near the bottom edge of each
 item. Here are some subjects you can find within each category.
 

  • 000     General Knowledge & Computers

  • 100     Philosophy, Psychology & Paranormal

  • 200     Religions & Mythology

  • 300     Social Sciences, Education & Careers

  • 400     Languages & Grammar

  • 500     Natural Sciences, Mathematics & Astronomy

  • 600     Medicine, Fitness, Animals, Cooking & Technology

  • 700     Arts, Crafts, Sports & Games

  • 800     Literature, Poetry & Rhetoric

  • 900     Geography, Biography, History & Indiana History


Visit these websites for other reading suggestions:

Awards for Non-fiction
Book Browser Non-fiction
Amazon Non-fiction

 

Still not sure?  Ask us!
Think about the following questions and use the form above to ask us for recommendations.

  1. What did you enjoy or dislike about the last non-fiction title you read?

  2. Would you like something similar or different?

  3. Did you like the subject, author, or writing style best?