Lisalugemine

Lisalugemine is a term used in Estonian-language publications to denote a list of additional or recommended readings related to the topic of the work. It is typically presented as a separate section at the end of a document, after the main text and any cited references.

The purpose of lisalugemine is to guide readers to material that provides broader context, alternative viewpoints, or deeper analysis than what is covered in the main text. The items included can be books, scholarly articles, reports, theses, or credible online resources. Entries may be unannotated, simply listing titles and publication details, or annotated, offering brief descriptions of each item’s relevance, scope, or approach.

Relation to other sections is important: lisalugemine differs from references or a bibliography, which document sources actually cited in the work. Lisalugemine focuses on materials considered useful for further exploration, not necessarily sources that were directly used or cited by the author.

Editorial practice varies by publication style. Some editors emphasize a concise lisalugemine with a selective set of influential works, while others provide a more extensive list that spans multiple languages. Annotations, when present, help readers assess the applicability of each source to their interests or research questions.

In practice, lisalugemine serves educational and research purposes by supporting ongoing learning and helping readers trace the wider discourse surrounding a topic.