The "good old encyclopaedia" is still around and is always and everywhere available online.
Are you familiar with our electronic reference books? The University Library provides access to a variety of encyclopaedias from different areas. They offer profound information with extensive bibliographies and cross references, composed by renowned scientists.
You find our reference books on the Online Catalogue OPAC, e.g. Encyclopedia of Ecology, Encyclopedia of Grain Science, Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment or International Encyclopedia of Education. Electronic reference books and e-books are available to you on-campus via proxy configuration or to all TUM members off-campus via eAccess.